Movies like Eric im Nachtverkehr (2014)
The best movies like Eric im Nachtverkehr (2014) are Come See Me in the Good Light (2025), As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) and Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012). If Eric im Nachtverkehr hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Eric im Nachtverkehr
Quick picks
- Highest ratedStanley Kubrick - Ein Leben für den Film (2001)7.4/10 from 205 votes
- NewestCome See Me in the Good Light (2025)Released 2025
- In GermanStanley Kubrick - Ein Leben für den Film (2001)Also in German
Come See Me in the Good Light (2025)
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAs I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000)
A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisKaty Perry: Part of Me (2012)
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAvatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)
An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTrainwreck: The Real Project X (2025)
A night of drunken chaos rocks a quiet Dutch town in this shocking documentary about a teen's birthday invite that accidentally went viral on Facebook.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
SnoozefestMovies like thisBeing James Bond (2021)
Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSeduced and Abandoned (2013)
SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAquaman: Heroines of Atlantis (2019)
Amber Heard and Nicole Kidman discuss their characters Mera and Atlanna.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisObi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)
This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJustin Bieber's Believe (2013)
A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMy Mom Jayne (2025)
Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayne Mansfield, an extraordinary and complex woman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThe Decline of Western Civilization Part III (1998)
A musical study of Los Angeles in the late 90s, where homeless teens roam the streets and profess to live a punk lifestyle of music, drugs, and flouting authority.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHalloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006)
Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the effects on the local community. For the first time, cast, crew, critics and fans join together in the ultimate 'Halloween' retrospective.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFuck (2006)
A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisStanley Kubrick - Ein Leben für den Film (2001)
With commentary from Hollywood stars, outtakes from his movies and footage from his youth, this documentary looks at Stanley Kubrick's life and films. Director Jan Harlan, Kubrick's brother-in-law and sometime collaborator, interviews heavyweights like Jack Nicholson, Woody Allen and Sydney Pollack, who explain the influence of Kubrick classics like "Dr. Strangelove" and "2001: A Space Odyssey," and how he absorbed visual clues from disposable culture such as television commercials.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Irishman: In Conversation (2019)
Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino in conversation about The Irishman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMarvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)
Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAnna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023)
From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Last Repair Shop (2024)
In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of this city.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds (2016)
An intimate portrait of Hollywood royalty featuring Debbie Reynolds, Todd Fisher, and Carrie Fisher.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisFilmrestaurierung der Orient-Filme (2012)
Featurette about the restauration of Der Schut and Durchs Wilde Kurdistan
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Karl May's Orient-Filme: Making-of (2012)
Featurette about the filming of Durchs wilde Kurdistan and Der Schut
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Popular Science J-8-1 (1938)
A variety of scientific subjects, including the laboratory of a plastic surgeon in London, and his method for applying permanent makeup; a new school for kiddies employing finger paint so they can express their urge to put things on paper; Army aviation, showing the latest development in blind landing. Produced in Cinecolor.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Popular Science L-7-4 (1948)
At Arcata, California, testing technology for landing planes in fog. Also: a high-tech barber shop in Westwood Village, California; manufacture of precision steel gauge blocks in Eskilstuna, Sweden.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Silence of the Lambs: The Beginning (2005)
"The Beginning" is one of three Johnathan Demme & Jodie Foster documentary features included in the physical release of "The Silence of the Lambs." This part focuses on the early beginnings of the script, story and how it came to unfold.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Silence of the Lambs: Making Silence of the Lambs (2005)
"Making Silence of the Lambs" is one of three Johnathan Demme & Jodie Foster documentary features included in the physical release of "The Silence of the Lambs." This part discusses and showcases the different aspects that went into the making of the film.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Silence of the Lambs: Breaking the Silence (2005)
"Breaking the Silence" is one of three Johnathan Demme & Jodie Foster documentary features included in the physical release of "The Silence of the Lambs." This part talks about film's tone, impact, release and how it was received.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Erwin und die Füxe (2015)
Featurette about the making of 'Mad Foxes - Feuer auf Räder'
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Mad Eric (2015)
Featurette about the making of 'Mad Foxes - Feuer auf Räder' starring actor Eric Falk.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
From Kansas City to Hollywood (2005)
This featurette is available on the 'Walt Disney Treasures: Disney Rarities' DVD.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Eric im Nachtverkehr?
The closest matches to Eric im Nachtverkehr are Come See Me in the Good Light (2025), As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) and Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Eric im Nachtverkehr?
Start with Come See Me in the Good Light (2025), the closest match to Eric im Nachtverkehr.
What is the highest-rated movie like Eric im Nachtverkehr?
Stanley Kubrick - Ein Leben für den Film (2001), rated 7.4/10 by 205 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Eric im Nachtverkehr?
Come See Me in the Good Light (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there German movies like Eric im Nachtverkehr?
Yes: Stanley Kubrick - Ein Leben für den Film (2001), Filmrestaurierung der Orient-Filme (2012) and Karl May's Orient-Filme: Making-of (2012).
How are movies similar to Eric im Nachtverkehr chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Eric im Nachtverkehr, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.