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Movies like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine (2024)

The best movies like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine (2024) are Downloaded (2013), Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics (2013) and The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019). If The Cats of Gokogu Shrine hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Downloaded (2013)

    A documentary that explores the downloading revolution; the kids that created it, the bands and the businesses that were affected by it, and its impact on the world at large.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics (2013)

    A documentary detailing the epic Rogues' Gallery of DC Comics from The Joker and Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Darkseid and more, this documentary will explore the Super Villains of DC Comics.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)

    Go behind the scenes with stars, puppeteers and creators as they bring Jim Henson's magical world of Thra back to life in a sweeping fantasy series.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  4. Kedi (2017)

    A profile of Istanbul and its unique people, seen through the eyes of the most mysterious and beloved animal humans have ever known, the Cat.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. I Am Heath Ledger (2017)

    The life and career of an actor, artist, and icon. His own journey through his own camera.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. Looking for Richard (1996)

    Al Pacino's deeply-felt rumination on Shakespeare's significance and relevance to the modern world through interviews and an in-depth analysis of "Richard III."

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Above Majestic (2018)

    A look at the origins, history and conspiracies behind the "Majestic 12", a clandestine group of military and corporate figureheads charged with reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. Deliver Us from Evil (2006)

    Documentary filmmaker Amy Berg investigates the life of 30-year pedophile Father Oliver O'Grady and exposes the corruption inside the Catholic Church that allowed him to abuse countless children. Victims' stories and a disturbing interview with O'Grady offer a view into the troubled mind of the spiritual leader who moved from parish to parish gaining trust ... all the while betraying so many.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. The Mole: Undercover in North Korea (2020)

    A real-life undercover thriller about two ordinary men who embark on an outrageously dangerous ten-year mission to penetrate the world's most secretive and brutal dictatorship: North Korea.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  10. For the Love of Spock (2016)

    The life of Mr. Spock, as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played him for almost fifty years, written and directed by his son: Adam.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019)

    Film adaptation of French economist Thomas Piketty's ground-breaking global bestseller of the same name: an eye-opening journey through wealth and power.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. Heart of a Dog (2015)

    Musician and performance artist Laurie Anderson reflects on the deaths of her husband Lou Reed, her mother and her beloved dog.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. The Captains (2011)

    The Captains is a feature-length documentary film written and directed by William Shatner. The film follows Shatner as he interviews the other actors who have portrayed starship captains in the Star Trek franchise.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. Inside the Mind of a Cat (2022)

    Cat experts dive into the mind of the feline to reveal the true capabilities of the pouncing pet in this captivating and cuddly documentary.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Love, Marilyn (2013)

    Using the book 'Fragments', which collects Marilyn Monroe's poems, notes and letters, and with participation from the Arthur Miller and Truman Capote estates who have contributed more material, each of the actresses will embody the legend at various stages in her life.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. One Life (2011)

    One Life captures unprecedented and beautiful sequences of animal behaviour guaranteed to bring you closer to nature than ever before, as well as a second disc packed full of never before seen extras including an exclusive making of featurette narrated by Daniel Craig.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story (2019)

    A documentary chronicling Queen and Lambert's incredible journey since they first shared the stage together on "American Idol" in 2009.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art (2020)

    A woman walks into a New York gallery with a cache of unknown masterworks. Thus begins a story of art world greed, willfulness and a high-stakes con.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. League of Legends Origins (2019)

    Fans, experts and creators of “League of Legends” detail the game’s rise from free demo to global esports titan.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006)

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. Chernobyl Reclaimed: An Animal Takeover (2007)

    What would happen if the world were suddenly without people - if humans vanished off the face of the earth? How would nature react - and how swiftly? On the edge of Europe, the deserted village of Chernobyl reveals the surprising answer after an unplanned experiment. Chernobyl was abandoned by people after the worst nuclear disaster in history (April 26, 1986). A level 7 meltdown resulted in a severe release of radioactivity following a massive explosion that destroyed the reactor. More than 20 years later, Chernobyl has been taken over by a remarkable collection of wildlife and descendents of pets that were left in the city when its residents fled the nuclear fallout. Unexpectedly in the aftermath of this disaster, Chernobyl has become a sanctuary for plants, birds, and animals, including some species thought to be on the brink of extinction.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. Cats of Malta (2022)

    A documentary celebrating the island’s stray cats and the volunteers who show the large population unconditional love and support.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. Peace (2010)

    What is peace? What is coexistence? And what are the basis for them? PEACE is a visual-essay-like observational documentary, which contemplates these questions by observing the daily lives of people and cats in Okayama city, Japan, where life and death, acceptance and rejection are intermingled.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  24. In the Time of the Count (2004)

    At the forests of Östergötland, where land meets sea, rests the old castle Herrborum. Here lives count Magnus Stenbock, 92, according to his own ideas about what is appropriate and what is not. Film-maker Helena Nygren is fascinated by the count and the castle, and is allowed to film on the condition that she takes the role of companion lady. Over one year, Helena returns several times to take part of count Magnus Stenbock and his servants life on castle Herrborum in Östergötland. Time stands still on the castle, and in the movie Helena wants to preserve the fairy tale feeling she gets when she steps into these ancient surroundings. The count is a strong personality with strong opinions and a great interest in history. All kinds of people come to his castle to savor the special atmosphere and follow the old fashioned rules of etiquette. Helena transforms from an observer to a lady who participates in the social games on the estate, where everything moves around its own time axis.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. Sieben Mulden und eine Leiche (2007)

    Thomas Haemmerli is about to celebrate his fortieth birthday when he learns of his mother's death. A further shock follows when he and his brother Erik discover her apartment, which is filthy and full to bursting with junk. It takes the brothers an entire month to clean out the place. Among the chaos, they find films going back to the 1930s, photos and other memorabilia.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  26. Celina y Chichi (TBA)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  27. 9 Lives: Tales from the Cat Show (2018)

    A young autistic woman defies her doctor's prognosis of lifelong mutism and finds her voice through showing cats.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  28. American Cats: The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly (2024)

    Ontario is the only province in Canada without a ban on cat declawing. Amy Hoggart, the hilarious correspondent from Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, cracks jokes, cuddles kittens and attacks this controversial practice using satire to expose a heart-wrenching catspiracy.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Cats, Birds and Fishes (1936)

    Some champion exhibits from the National Cat Club Show and the Combined Bird and Aquaria Show, described by W. Cox-Ife, F. Hopkins, and L.C. Mandeville.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. Rue McClanahan: The Cat Care Video Guide (1990)

    Actress Rue McClanahan and Dr. David Griffiths help potential pet owners learn about caring for cats. Viewers are taught how to pick the right cat for their families, how to feed a cat properly, and how to train the cat to use a litter box. Discover a cat's needs for grooming, exercise, and health care.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine?

The closest matches to The Cats of Gokogu Shrine are Downloaded (2013), Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics (2013) and The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after The Cats of Gokogu Shrine?

Start with Downloaded (2013), the closest match to The Cats of Gokogu Shrine.

What is the highest-rated movie like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine?

Kedi (2017), rated 7.5/10 by 383 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine?

American Cats: The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly (2024) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there Japanese movies like The Cats of Gokogu Shrine?

Yes: Peace (2010).

How are movies similar to The Cats of Gokogu Shrine chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Cats of Gokogu Shrine, 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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