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Movies like The Minusio Tapes (2026)

The best movies like The Minusio Tapes (2026) are The Devil on Trial (2023), As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) and 42 Up (1999). If The Minusio Tapes hooked you with its drama and documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Devil on Trial (2023)

    Explore the first – and only – time “demonic possession” has officially been used as a defense in a U.S. murder trial. Including firsthand accounts of alleged devil possession and a shocking murder, this extraordinary story forces reflection on our fear of the unknown.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & drama

  2. As 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

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  3. 42 Up (1999)

    Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  4. Oasis: 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 documentary

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  5. Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story (2025)

    Unravel the case of Utah therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose child abuse arrest with parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke exposed a twisted tale of manipulation.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. Maria by Callas (2017)

    Told through performances, TV interviews, home movies, family photographs, private letters and unpublished memoirs, the film reveals the essence of an extraordinary woman who rose from humble beginnings in New York City to become a glamorous international superstar and one of the greatest artists of all time.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy (2025)

    Never-before-seen footage and intimate interviews celebrate the life and legacy of iconic Mexican American singer Selena Quintanilla and her family band.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. Django & Django: Sergio Corbucci Unchained (2021)

    A tribute to Italian filmmaker Sergio Corbucci (1926-90), presented by American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. 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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  10. Pavarotti (2019)

    Featuring never-before-seen footage, concert performances and intimate interviews, filmmaker Ron Howard examines the life and career of famed opera tenor Luciano Pavarotti.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes (2021)

    Serial killer Dennis Nilsen narrates his life and horrific crimes via a series of chilling audiotapes recorded from his jail cell.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead (2011)

    Retrospective documentary about the making of the horror cult classic "The Return of the Living Dead."

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) (2022)

    Grammy® winner singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo takes a familiar road trip from Salt Lake City, where she began writing her debut album “SOUR,” to Los Angeles. Along the way, Rodrigo recounts the memories of writing and creating her record-breaking debut album and shares her feelings as a young woman navigating a specific time in her life. Through new live arrangements of her songs, intimate interviews and never-before-seen footage from the making of the album, audiences will follow Olivia along on a cinematic journey exploring the story of “SOUR.”

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. Avicii: True Stories (2017)

    Documentary about the arena-packing Swedish DJ, chronicling his explosive rise to fame and surprising decision to retire from live performances in 2016.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Western Stars (2019)

    The incomparable Bruce Springsteen performs his critically acclaimed latest album and muses on life, rock, and the American dream, in this intimate and personal concert film co-directed by Thom Zimny and Springsteen himself.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special (2026)

    Filmed in front of a live studio audience and hosted by Alex Cooper of 'Call Her Daddy' fame, Miley Cyrus reflects on the creation and impact of the series with never-before-seen archival footage, all the while interacting and reminiscing on some of the show's most memorable sets 'brought back to life' — including the Stewart family living room and the legendary Hannah Montana closet.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio: Handcarved Cinema (2022)

    With mesmerizing footage and time lapses of animators at work, this behind-the-scenes special captures the artistry of a unique tale years in the making.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022)

    After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom. But just as she reaches a new peak, an unexpected turn pulls her into darkness. This uniquely raw and intimate documentary spans her six-year journey into a new light.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. Avatar: 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

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  20. Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner (2007)

    The definitive 3½-hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fiction classic 'Blade Runner', culled from 80 interviews and hours of never-before-seen outtakes and lost footage.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. CASE 0 : TOMORROW (2026)

    In an abandoned, timeless government archive, an unprecedented case is opened: the trial of "The Future" on charges of existential fraud against humanity through a perpetual, unfulfilled promise—only for investigators to discover that the accused might have never existed at all.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama

  22. Peninsula (2025)

    A weekend in the city park is meant for recreational activities. During a twenty minute period, several men seek out a way to pass their time at a cruising spot located in the heart of a small peninsular grove.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama

  23. Mountain Man (1934)

    The mountain guide Jakob is a controversial figure. His supposed father dies and leaves behind a great heritage to the people. In the town they consider Jakob a bastard, because his parents were not married, which means that without a testament, the lands in which he lives do not belong to him. But the testament indicates that the inheritance corresponds him under a single condition, he must be the first person to climb the east face of Monte Verità. French version of Die weisse majestat, shot the year before in German with the same script in the Eiger/Jungfrau region but with different actors and by a different director.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama

  24. The Illusion Industry (2026)

    "In an era where information flows faster than air, the truth is being besieged. 'The Illusion Industry' is a documentary film that deconstructs the sophisticated tactics of fake news and psychological warfare. From the streets of Iraq to the global digital stage, the film analyzes the 'Illusion of Truth' effect and 'Confirmation Bias,' supported by data from MIT and Oxford. It is a visual manifesto that challenges the viewer to reclaim the courage to think." The film serves as the practical cinematic component of the director's comprehensive academic research on digital deception, permanently archived and accessible via the [Zenodo Academic Repository](https://zenodo.org/records/20748757).

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. The Great City (2026)

    "Inspired by Friedrich Nietzsche's seminal work 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra', THE GREAT CITY is a profound cinematic inquiry into the ontology of truth within the digital ruins of the modern world. The film navigates the psychological landscape of the 'Last Man', exploring the encroaching desert of the soul and the 'blind point' of human consciousness. Through a minimalist and melancholic visual language, it challenges the viewer to confront the illusions of contemporary existence and the search for authentic meaning in an era of absolute spiritual void."

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama

  26. Dulcineas (2026)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  27. Alpenföhn (1939)

    Released in 1939.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama

  28. Ridge in the Sky (1947)

    Swiss documentary on the ascent of the Eiger by the Mitellegi ridge. After spending the night in the hut located 625 meters below the summit, two rope teams climb the 3975 meters of the Eiger through the tedious and dangerous 2.5 kilometer long Mittellegi ridge. The film ends in the last scenes with a spectacular descent. Directed by Otto Ritter in 1947 and produced by Condor Films. It features Willi Steuri, Fritz Steuri, Robert Abegglen and Roland Urban.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. The Pending Echo (2014)

    An observational field documentary shot in Baghdad and Najaf during the civil movement on February 14, 2014. Through direct visual immersion and spontaneous live dialogues, the film captures the unfiltered voices, debates, and human interactions of citizens within the public space, offering a live, unmediated record of grassroots expression.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. Ascent of the Fiamma (1947)

    The climbing of the Fiamma, the famous rock needle in the Bergell, with minimal equipment and technique. A must for lovers of mountain sports. A Swiss film by Andreas Pedrett. The Fiamma, had been climbed for the first time on August 8, 1936 by Philipp Wieland.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like The Minusio Tapes?

The closest matches to The Minusio Tapes are The Devil on Trial (2023), As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) and 42 Up (1999). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after The Minusio Tapes?

Start with The Devil on Trial (2023), the closest match to The Minusio Tapes.

What is the highest-rated movie like The Minusio Tapes?

Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022), rated 8.4/10 by 623 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like The Minusio Tapes?

Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like The Minusio Tapes?

Yes: The Devil on Trial (2023), As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) and 42 Up (1999).

How are movies similar to The Minusio Tapes chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Minusio Tapes, 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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