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Movies like De wolf in de schaapskooi (1914)

The best movies like De wolf in de schaapskooi (1914) are The Old Man and the Sea (1958), Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) and Age of Consent (1969). If De wolf in de schaapskooi hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Old Man and the Sea (1958)

    Santiago is an aging, down-on-his-luck, Cuban fisherman who, after catching nothing for nearly 3 months, hooks a huge Marlin and struggles to land it far out in the Gulf Stream.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)

    Two girlfriends on a summer holiday in Spain become enamored with the same painter, unaware that his ex-wife, with whom he has a tempestuous relationship, is about to re-enter the picture.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Age of Consent (1969)

    An elderly artist thinks he has become too stale and is past his prime. His friend (and agent) persuades him to go to an offshore island to try once more. On the island he re-discovers his muse in the form of a young girl.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Soul Surfer (2011)

    The true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. Escobar: Paradise Lost (2014)

    For Pablo Escobar family is everything. When young surfer Nick falls for Escobar's niece, Maria, he finds his life on the line when he's pulled into the dangerous world of the family business.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. The Breaking Point (1950)

    A fisherman with money problems hires out his boat to transport criminals.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Canvas (2020)

    After a heartbreaking loss, a grandfather struggling to reclaim his passion for painting finds the inspiration to create again.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Great Expectations (1998)

    Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. The Manxman (1929)

    A fisherman and a rising lawyer who grew up together as brothers fall in love with the same woman.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. Blue Miracle (2021)

    To save their cash-strapped orphanage, a guardian and his kids partner with a washed-up boat captain for a chance to win a lucrative fishing competition.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. The Last Vermeer (2019)

    A soldier and member of the Dutch resistance investigates stolen art in the wake of the Second World War, including a Vermeer sold to the Nazis by a flamboyant forger.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Captains Courageous (1937)

    Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and is rescued by a fishing vessel on the Grand Banks. Harvey fails to persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince the crew of his wealth. The captain offers him a low-paid job, until they return to port, as part of the crew that turns him into a mature, considerate young man.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Towed in a Hole (1932)

    Although they are successful fishmongers, Stan convinces Ollie that they should become fishermen too, but making a boat seaworthy isn't an easy task.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. He Was a Quiet Man (2007)

    An unhinged office worker who planned to go on a shooting spree at his workplace struggles with his newfound status as a hero after he ends up stopping a shooting spree instead.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003)

    This film, adapted from a work of fiction by author Tracy Chevalier, tells a story about the events surrounding the creation of the painting "Girl With A Pearl Earring" by 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. A young peasant maid working in the house of painter Johannes Vermeer becomes his talented assistant and the model for one of his most famous works.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon (1998)

    In the 1960s, British painter Francis Bacon surprises a burglar and invites him to share his bed. The burglar, a working class man named George Dyer, accepts. After the unique beginning to their love affair, the well-connected and volatile artist assimilates Dyer into his circle of eccentric friends, as Dyer's struggle with addiction strains their bond.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. The Art of Getting By (2011)

    George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. A Brush with Love (2019)

    As she considers giving up on her artistic dreams, Jamie paints a vision board that brings her success and love—only to discover that the mystery man in her painting isn't who she thinks.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  19. Frida (2024)

    An intimately raw and magical journey through the life, mind, and heart of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Told through her own words for the very first time — drawn from her diary, revealing letters, essays, and print interviews — and brought vividly to life by lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. As Good as It Gets (1997)

    A misanthropic author, a single mother and waitress, and a gay artist form an unlikely friendship after the artist is assaulted in a robbery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like De wolf in de schaapskooi?

The closest matches to De wolf in de schaapskooi are The Old Man and the Sea (1958), Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) and Age of Consent (1969). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after De wolf in de schaapskooi?

Start with The Old Man and the Sea (1958), the closest match to De wolf in de schaapskooi.

What is the highest-rated movie like De wolf in de schaapskooi?

Captains Courageous (1937), rated 7.4/10 by 200 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like De wolf in de schaapskooi?

Frida (2024) is the most recent release on this list.

How are movies similar to De wolf in de schaapskooi chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside De wolf in de schaapskooi, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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