Movies like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback (1995)
The best movies like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback (1995) are Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012), The Last Waltz (1978) and Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026). If Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback hooked you with its music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedTaylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018)8.2/10 from 442 votes
- NewestOasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026)Released 2026
Katy 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 music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Last Waltz (1978)
Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, and other rock legends.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBillie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026)
Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisHit Man Returns - David Foster & Friends (2011)
Hitman Returns was filmed before a sold out crowd last year at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The lineup of talent, lead by Foster as maestro of ceremonies, includes performances by Seal, Donna Summer, Martina McBride, Earth, Wind & Fire, Natalie Cole, Ruben Studdard, All-4-One,'Glee' star Charice, Chaka Khan, Jackie Evancho, Lara Fabian and other artists whose careers have been touched by Foster, a 15-time Grammy winning producer and songwriter.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
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 music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTaylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018)
Taylor Swift takes the stage in Dallas for the Reputation Stadium Tour and celebrates a monumental night of music, memories and visual magic.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThriller 40 (2023)
Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to the making of a pop masterpiece, featuring never-before-seen footage and candid interviews.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisStep Up (2006)
Delinquent Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the chance to earn a scholarship and dance with up-and-coming dancer Nora.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisEnd of the Century: The Story of the Ramones (2003)
A years-in-the-making documentary on the legendary punk band the Ramones. Through a mixture of archival footage, archival and new interviews with all members of the band's various lineups, and new interviews with a number of their contemporaries, the film traces the peaks and valleys the band experienced over the course of its 20-plus year career before disbanding in 1995.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThat's Entertainment, Part II (1976)
Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire present more golden moments from the MGM film library, this time including comedy and drama as well as classic musical numbers.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisHigh Strung Free Dance (2018)
Zander Raines, a dazzling and tempestuous young choreographer, gives the break of a lifetime to two hopeful artists when he casts a stunning contemporary dancer, Barlow, and innovative pianist, Charlie, in New York’s most-anticipated new Broadway show: Free Dance. But the move throws off the show’s delicate creative balance when Charlie falls hard for Barlow, while Zander embraces her as his muse.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisOasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026)
Experience the meteoric rise of Oasis through rare footage and untold stories as the band reunites for Oasis Live '25, chronicling their journey from Manchester streets to global rock stardom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTake the Lead (2006)
A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance. Based on the story of ballroom dancer, Pierre Dulane.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMy Little Pony: Best Gift Ever (2018)
As the ponies prepare for another Hearth's Warming, families come together to celebrate the holiday; Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rarity, and Rainbow Dash are ready for the big day, but Princess Twilight Sparkle doesn't have time to celebrate.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThat's Entertainment! (1974)
Various MGM stars from yesterday present their favorite musical moments from the studio's 50 year history.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTaylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour - Live (2015)
Filmed in front of 76,000 fans at the ANZ Stadium in Sydney, Australia, "The 1989 World Tour Live" captures Taylor Swift's entire performance while also mixing in behind-the-scene, rehearsal, and special guest footage from her 1989 Tour.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisIt's Never Over, Jeff Buckley (2025)
Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen footage, exclusive voice messages, and accounts from those closest to him offer a portrait of the captivating singer.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisOne Direction: Up All Night - The Live Tour (2012)
Up All Night: The Live Tour is a DVD release from the British-Irish boy band One Direction, which was released on 28 May 2012. The video concert DVD was recorded as part of One Direction's Up All Night Tour at the International Centre in Bournemouth, includes songs from their multi-platinum debut album Up All Night and five covers, including "I Gotta Feeling", "Stereo Hearts", "Valerie", "Torn" and "Use Somebody".
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisBeyond the Sea (2004)
Based on the life and career of legendary entertainer, Bobby Darin, the biopic moves back and forth between his childhood and adulthood, to tell the tale of his life.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKaty Perry: The Prismatic World Tour Live (2015)
The Prismatic World Tour Live is a sensory explosion of eye-popping theatrics, daring acrobatics and of course, all the hits. This concert film is a visually stunning production that captures Katy’s fun-loving personality and artistic vision. Spanning the entire length of the arena floor, the innovative Prismatic Tour stage allows Katy to share intimate moments with her fans in a unique shared connection with the music. Directed for the stage in seven thematic acts, this unmissable spectacle features hit after hit after hit, and The Prismatic World Tour Live truly captures the excitement, color and energy of the live Katy Perry extravaganza.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisCinderella: Rocked, Wired & Bluesed: The Greatest Video Hits (2005)
There's much more to the heavy metal group Cinderella than big hair -- although the band members' coifs are one of the first things you'll notice in this retrospective compilation of their greatest video hits. Selections include "Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone)," "Gypsy Road," "Nobody's Fool," "Coming Home," "Heartbreak Station," "Shelter Me," "The Last Mile" and "The More Things Change."
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Dope, Guns & Fucking Up Your Video Deck: Volume One (1992)
From the mid 80-s through the mid 90's, Amphetamine Reptile Records defined the term "Underground." For blistering genre-creating sounds, graphics and attitude, AmRep had no equal. The label began what was then a first - the cheap self-published Video Compilation. Enlisting the insane "Dr. Sphincter", the "Dope, Guns..." video series documents a seminal movement in music history. Featuring Helmet, Halo of Flies and others.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Ministry: Tapes of Wrath (2000)
Collection of Ministry and Revolting Cocks promotional videos.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Flaming Lips: VOID (Video Overview in Deceleration) (2005)
VOID (Video Overview in Deceleration) is the ultimate video experience of The Flaming Lips. With all 18 previously released music videos spanning their Warner Bros. career, the DVD features 5.1 Surround Sound, band commentary and the debut of a new song and their 19th video-"Mr. Ambulance Driver". Want to know what The Flaming Lips are all about? Want to immerse yourself in The Flaming Lips? Enter the VOID.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
John Lee Hooker: Come and See About Me (2004)
Come And See About Me illustrates the career of John Lee Hooker through complete archival performances of his most popular songs, many featuring special guests.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Video Rewind: The Rolling Stones' Great Video Hits (1984)
Video Rewind by The Rolling Stones is a compilation of video clips recorded between 1972–1984. Instead of just presenting unrelated clips and videos just strung together, it uses a framing 'story', featuring Bill Wyman and Mick Jagger, directed by Julien Temple and includes some video directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg. It was first released in 1984 on the VHS, Laserdisc, and CED Videodisc format by Vestron home video.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Queen: Greatest Video Hits (2002)
Greatest Video Hits 1 was the first Queen video collection on DVD. Most of the content was released previously on the VHS cassette Greatest Flix in 1981. It was released in October 2002, and included video hits of the band between 1973 and 1981. There is also a Greatest Video Hits 2. The DVD peaked at number one in UK, with sales of more than 90,000 copies. It was also the best selling DVD of the year in 2002. It was also number one in USA (platinum), Germany (gold), Spain and other countries. It was also 4 times platinum in Australia, 3 times platinum in Canada, platinum in Poland, and other places.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Monsters of Metal Vol. 4 (2006)
“Monsters Of Metal Vol. 4” is the ultimate clip compilation for every heart that is beating for Heavy Metal! The 2DVD features clips from various cult acts, such as HammerFall, Judas Priest, Anthrax, Dimmu Borgir, Gotthard, Within Temptation, Iced Earth, Primal Fear and many more. As today it´s very hard to see the clips of your favorite bands on TV, this the perfect occasion to watch them as often as you want. Almost four hours of the best metal videos around!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Most Gigantic Lying Mouth of All Time (2004)
A collection of twenty-four of the strangest short films, set to the music from Radiohead's 'Hail to the Thief' as well as tracks unreleased before. Originally developed to be a program on a regular television channel, but instead, the group went on to create an internet TV channel (Radiohead Television) in conjunction with the release of their 2003 album Hail to the Thief.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Queen: Greatest Video Hits 2 (2003)
The sequel to the successful Queen - Greatest Video Hits. Contains Songs like A Kind of Magic and The Invisible Man.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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What are the best movies like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback?
The closest matches to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback are Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012), The Last Waltz (1978) and Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback?
Start with Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012), the closest match to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback.
What is the highest-rated movie like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback?
Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), rated 8.2/10 by 442 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback?
Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback?
Yes: Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012), The Last Waltz (1978) and Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026).
How are movies similar to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Playback, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.