Movies like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio) (2003)
The best movies like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio) (2003) are The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988), Metallica: Through the Never (2013) and Apple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026). If Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio) hooked you with its music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedGhosts (1997)8.1/10 from 305 votes
- NewestApple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026)Released 2026
The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988)
An exploration of the heavy metal scene in Los Angeles, with particular emphasis on glam metal. It features concert footage and interviews of legendary heavy metal and hard rock bands and artists such as Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Kiss, Megadeth, Motörhead, Ozzy Osbourne and W.A.S.P..
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMetallica: Through the Never (2013)
Trip, a young roadie for Metallica, is sent on an urgent mission during the band's show. But what seems like a simple assignment turns into a surreal adventure.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisApple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026)
For Apple Music Live, Gaga presents MAYHEM Requiem, a celebration and musical reimagining of MAYHEM.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisStudio 666 (2022)
Legendary rock band Foo Fighters move into an Encino mansion steeped in grisly rock and roll history to record their much anticipated 10th album. Once in the house, Dave Grohl finds himself grappling with supernatural forces that threaten both the completion of the album and the lives of the band.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisMetal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005)
The film discusses the traits and originators of some of metal's many subgenres, including the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, power metal, Nu metal, glam metal, thrash metal, black metal, and death metal. Dunn uses a family-tree-type flowchart to document some of the most popular metal subgenres. The film also explores various aspects of heavy metal culture.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisIron Maiden: Burning Ambition (2026)
With unprecedented access to the official archives and intimate recollections from the band, both current and past, Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition invites fans to experience one of the most iconic journeys in music history. Spanning five decades, this electrifying documentary charts the band’s rise from the pubs of East London to the world’s biggest stadiums. Featuring exclusive interviews with band members and contributors such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich and Chuck D, as well as all-new animated sequences of the band's legendary mascot, Eddie, the film offers a rare and intimate look at Iron Maiden’s uncompromising vision and unwavering connection with their truly global army of fans.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMetal Lords (2022)
For teenage misfits Hunter and Kevin, the path to glory is clear: Devote themselves to metal. Win Battle of the Bands. And be worshipped like gods.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisUntil the Light Takes Us (2008)
Chronicles the history, ideology and aesthetic of Norwegian black metal, a musical subculture infamous as much for a series of murders and church arsons as it is for its unique musical and visual aesthetics. This is the first film to truly shed light on a movement that has heretofore been shrouded by rumor and obscured by inaccurate and shallow depictions. Featuring exclusive interviews with the musicians themselves, Until the Light Takes Us explores every aspect of the controversial movement that has captured the attention of the world.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisUncle Peckerhead (2020)
When a punk band scores their first tour, life on the road proves tough when they are joined by a man-eating demon as a roadie.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrick or Treat (1986)
Eddie Weinbauer, a metalhead teen who is bullied at school, looks to his heavy metal superstar idol, Sammi Curr, for guidance. When Curr is killed in a hotel fire, Eddie becomes the recipient of the only copy of his unreleased album, which, when played backwards, brings the rocker back to life. As Halloween approaches, Eddie begins to realize that this isn't only rock 'n roll...It's life and death.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTeen Spirit (2019)
A shy teenager living on the Isle of Wight dreams of pop stardom. With the help of an unlikely mentor, she enters a singing competition that will test her integrity, talent, and ambition.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGhosts (1997)
In the town of Normal Valley, an eccentric magician named Maestro entertains the local children every day in his spooky mansion. One stormy night, the town's mayor leads a group of angry citizens to the mansion in an attempt to run Maestro out of town.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMoxie (2021)
Inspired by her mom's rebellious past and a confident new friend, a shy 16-year-old publishes an anonymous zine calling out sexism at her school.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSlipknot - Day of the Gusano (2017)
Slipknot' 'Knotfest' performance is chronicled through live footage and behind-the-scenes looks at the event.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisSmithereens (1982)
A narcissistic runaway engages in a number of parasitic relationships amongst members of New York's waning punk scene.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisScooby-Doo! and the Legend of the Vampire (2003)
The Yowie Yahoo starts kidnapping musicians at a concert attended by Scooby and the gang in Vampire Rock, Australia.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBack to the Beach (1987)
A former beach boy and his wife go to California to visit their daughter and become part of the new beach scene.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies 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 music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKeith Richards: Under the Influence (2015)
A portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMichael Jackson Video Greatest Hits: HIStory (1995)
This compilation features 10 of Michael Jackson's greatest video hits, including "Billie Jean," "The Way You Make Me Feel," "Black or White," "Rock With You" and others. -Includes the never before seen 18 minute version of "Bad". Directed by Martin Scorsese. Featuring Wesley Snipes. -9:30 Long Version of "The Way You Make Me Feel". -"Black Or White"- short film "Panther" version -"thriller"- "monstrous masterpiece" the ultimate "music movie" 14 minutes of horrific fun by director John Landis. -"remember The Time"- directed by John Singleton (Higher Learning, Boyz N The Hood, Shaft),features Eddie Murphy and Magic Johnson.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisDoro: Warlock - Triumph and agony live (2021)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Zao: Live From the Church (2024)
A live in the studio recording/film by Zao. Recorded and filmed at the Church Recording Studio in Pittsburgh, PA on June 6 2021.
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
Airheads (1994)
The Lone Rangers have heavy-metal dreams and a single demo tape they can't get anyone to play. The solution: Hijack an FM rock radio station and hold the deejays hostage until they agree to broadcast the band's tape.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNothing More - Rock am Ring 2025 (2025)
Nothing More's live set at Rock am Ring 2025.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Metallica: Making of Hardwired... to Self-Destruct (2016)
Watch as Metallica builds the album "Hardwired... to Self-Destruct" from the ground up in this 'making of' video.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Babymetal: Live Legend I, D, Z Apocalypse (2012)
LIVE ～LEGEND I、D、Z APOCALYPSE～ is the first video album by Japanese heavy metal band Babymetal. The album contains live footage of three shows, entitled Legend "I", Legend "D", and Legend "Z", respectively (spelling out the initials of "Ijime, Dame, Zettai"), performed in Tokyo from late 2012 to early 2013.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Mary's Blood Scarlet -2012 Live at O-West- (2013)
A complete video of the live performance at SHIBUYA O-WEST held in December 2012 after the release of the 2nd mini album "SCARLET".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Lamb of God: Live in Portland (2022)
This nearly 90-minute video captures LAMB OF GOD on the "Omens" tour and included cuts from the band's latest album, "Omens", the 2020 self-titled effort and classics from the Richmond, Virginia metal group's catalog.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Slipknot : Rock Am Ring 2019 (2019)
Setlist: 01 – People = Shit 02 – (sic) 03 – Get This 04 – Unsainted 05 – Disasterpiece 06 – Before I Forget 07 – The Heretic Anthem 08 – Psychosocial 09 – The Devil in I 10 – Prosthetics 11 – Vermilion 12 – Custer 13 – Sulfur 14 – All Out Life 15 – Duality 16 – Spit It Out 17 – Surfacing
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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What are the best movies like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio)?
The closest matches to Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio) are The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988), Metallica: Through the Never (2013) and Apple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio)?
Start with The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988), the closest match to Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio).
What is the highest-rated movie like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio)?
Ghosts (1997), rated 8.1/10 by 305 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio)?
Apple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio)?
Yes: The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988), Metallica: Through the Never (2013) and Apple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026).
How are movies similar to Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio) chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Bruce Dickinson: Balls to Picasso (DVD-Audio), then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.