Movies like Jaithra Yaathra (1987)
The best movies like Jaithra Yaathra (1987) are The Dark Knight Rises (2012), Female Fight Squad (2017) and Minnal Murali (2021). If Jaithra Yaathra hooked you, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedSpider-Man: No Way Home (2021)7.9/10 from 23,549 votes
- NewestLegend of the White Dragon (2026)Released 2026
- In MalayalamMinnal Murali (2021)Also in Malayalam
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently hunted by the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman encounters the mysterious Selina Kyle and the villainous Bane, a new terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest. The Dark Knight resurfaces to protect a city that has branded him an enemy.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisFemale Fight Squad (2017)
A former fighter reluctantly returns to the life she abandoned in order to help her sister survive the sadistic world of illegal fighting and the maniac who runs it.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMinnal Murali (2021)
A tailor gains special powers after being struck by lightning but must take down an unexpected foe if he is to become the superhero his hometown in Kerala needs.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBatman Begins (2005)
Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable to work within the system, he instead creates a new identity, a symbol of fear for the criminal underworld - The Batman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBlack Adam (2022)
Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods—and imprisoned just as quickly—Black Adam is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBatman Unmasked: The Psychology of The Dark Knight (2008)
Delve into the world of Batman and the vigilante justice that he brought to the city of Gotham. Batman is a man who, after experiencing great tragedy, devotes his life to an ideal--but what happens when one man takes on the evil underworld alone? Examine why Batman is who he is--and explore how a boy scarred by tragedy becomes a symbol of hope to everyone else.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSpectral (2016)
A special-ops team is dispatched to fight supernatural beings that have taken over a European city.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMarvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2023)
Follow the production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” as the cast and crew take on the incredible challenge of remembering T’Challa with a chapter befitting the late king. Through intimate behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, watch Shuri take on the mantel of Wakanda’s hero and face a new foe from the ocean’s depths in Namor.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLegend of the White Dragon (2026)
Forced to hide in the shadows, fugitive hero Erik Reed must clear his name to reunite with his family. Standing in his way is a mysterious villain obsessed with destroying the White Dragon for good.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMarvel's Behind the Mask (2021)
A documentary special that explores the power of identity behind the iconic superheroes we know and love today. These legendary Marvel creations and stories have not only reflected the world outside our window – they have become a reflection of our own identities and who we truly are.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Flash (2023)
When his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry Allen becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. In order to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry's only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025)
The story follows Chandra, a mysterious, goth-influenced woman who has just moved to Bangalore and begins working night shifts at a café. Across the road from her apartment live Sunny and Venu, two aimless bachelors. Sunny becomes infatuated with Chandra, observing her odd routines, strange visitors, and reclusive nature. Their dynamic changes when Sunny gets a glimpse of Chandra in her act.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLEGO DC Super Hero Girls: Brain Drain (2017)
When Supergirl, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Bumblebee and Katana suddenly realize they cannot remember a single moment from their Monday at Super Hero High, the young DC Super Heroes spring into sleuthing action! Suspecting foul-play, they band together to retrace their steps and uncover the mystery of who exactly stole their memories – and what nefarious plan might be afoot?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFear the Invisible Man (2023)
A young British widow shelters an old medical school colleague, a man who has somehow turned himself invisible. As his isolation grows and his sanity frays, he schemes to create a reign of wanton murder and terror across the city.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisIn the Blood (2014)
When her husband goes missing during their Caribbean vacation, a woman sets off on her own to take down the men she thinks are responsible.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires (1974)
Professor Van Helsing had been asked to help against the tyranny of skeletal creatures that are responsible for terror and death amongst the peasants in rural China. He is the only person qualified to deal with the cause of these phenomena, for the undead are controlled by the most diabolical force of all.... Count Dracula. But he is not alone- to aid him comes a mystical brotherhood of seven martial arts warriors.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
SnoozefestMovies like thisSpider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Peter Parker is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the high-stakes of being a super-hero. When he asks for help from Doctor Strange the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisShootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993)
Nick and Ruben are hoodwinked into a "shootfighter" (no-holds-barred, to the death) martial arts match by the evil Mr. Lee, who has a grudge against world shootfighter champ(and teacher of Nick and Ruben) Shingo.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisShadow Master (2022)
After being slain by a group of criminals, a man is reborn with animal-like superpowers and makes it his mission to right the wrongs of his city.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCaddyshack (1980)
At an exclusive country club, an ambitious young caddy, Danny Noonan, eagerly pursues a caddy scholarship in hopes of attending college and, in turn, avoiding a job at the lumber yard. In order to succeed, he must first win the favour of the elitist Judge Smails, and then the caddy golf tournament which Smails sponsors.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisVeeraputhran (2011)
Freedom fighter and politician Mohammed Abdul Rahiman leads the revolution in Kerala.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
They lost Ayodhya for a pack of Lights (2025)
History repeats itself. Om and Subayya are beyond reconcile, as their maddened autocratic ways are obstructed by a group of rebels they are left to decide on how they want to solve this problem, leading to a tragic recreation of the past.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Ramuvinte Manaivikal (2024)
Ramuvinte Manaivikal is a Malayalam and Tamil film about Malli, an Adivasi girl who dreams of becoming a doctor. She marries Ramu who supports her dreams, but their life takes an unconventional turn when Malli meets a new person at Ramu's home. The movie explores themes of love, societal norms, and a young woman's pursuit of education. Directed by Suthish Subramaniam, the film promises beautiful visuals and a thought-provoking story.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
April 19 (1996)
Jayaprakash, a man from a modest background, begins his career as a taxi driver and gradually rises through determination and hard work to build a successful business empire in Mumbai.During this journey, he rescues a woman from a dangerous situation and later marries her. However, as his professional commitments grow, he finds himself increasingly unable to devote time to his personal life, leading to strain in his relationship. The film explores themes of ambition, success, and the impact of career-driven choices on personal relationships.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Kudumbapuranam (1988)
The film revolves around a middle class Malayalee family. Problems arise when the eldest son alienates his father and gets thrown out of home. The film portrays the other members struggling between the two.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Boys Are Cats (music is bad) (2025)
A group of band members and their lead, encounter a new member in a bus.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Served Cold (2026)
Trapped in a loveless marriage with her domineering husband Raghu, homemaker Ammu moves through the routines of her household with quiet resignation. In a home where even food becomes a symbol of control and neglect, she is often denied the care and dignity she deserves. Ammu finds solace in Pathu, her neighbor and the wife of Raghu’s rival Shihab. Pathu expresses her affection through food quietly shared across boundaries, offering Ammu the nourishment and warmth withheld from her own home. In return, Ammu gives Pathu something just as vital: the freedom to speak, to be seen, and to exist beyond silence. In a world that often pits women against each other, their bond becomes a quiet act of woman for woman solidarity.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Journalist (1993)
Ranjini Menon, an investigative journalist in a newspaper, runs into trouble after reporting the atrocities of Sharma, a millionaire and an industrialist.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Matinee (2024)
A matinee draws a young man into desire and fear.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
GOTHURUTH (2025)
DOCUMENTARY PORTRAYING HOW FEW YOUNG MEN FOUGHT AGAINST ILLEGAL PRODUCTION AND SALE OF ALCOHOL IN GOTHURUTH WHICH WAS THE MAJOR SOURCE OF INCOME OF 90% OF PEOPLE LIVED THERE AND THE CHANGES THAT OCCURRED DURING THE FACE OF ACTION AND AFTERWARDS.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Jaithra Yaathra?
The closest matches to Jaithra Yaathra are The Dark Knight Rises (2012), Female Fight Squad (2017) and Minnal Murali (2021). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Jaithra Yaathra?
Start with The Dark Knight Rises (2012), the closest match to Jaithra Yaathra.
What is the highest-rated movie like Jaithra Yaathra?
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), rated 7.9/10 by 23,549 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Jaithra Yaathra?
Legend of the White Dragon (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Malayalam movies like Jaithra Yaathra?
Yes: Minnal Murali (2021), Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025) and Veeraputhran (2011).
How are movies similar to Jaithra Yaathra chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Jaithra Yaathra, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.