Movies like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011 (2011)
The best movies like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011 (2011) are Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Don't F*#% With John Wick (2015). If Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011 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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- Highest ratedMaking Squid Game: The Challenge (2023)8.0/10 from 241 votes
- NewestA Toxic Love Story (2026)Released 2026
Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023)
From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCapital 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
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDon't F*#% With John Wick (2015)
Behind the scenes look at fight choreography and action training.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Class of ‘92 (2013)
A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSavage X Fenty Show (2019)
The Savage X Fenty Show gives a look into Rihanna's creative process for her latest lingerie collection. Modeled by incredible, diverse talent, celebrating all genders and sizes, and featuring performances by the hottest music artists.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisAvatar: 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisS4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026)
Over 35 years after Bob Lazar's revelations, this documentary exposes secrets of a facility the government still denies. Featuring Lazar's testimony, recreations, and new evidence, it reopens a case that continues to spark global curiosity
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisHalloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006)
Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the effects on the local community. For the first time, cast, crew, critics and fans join together in the ultimate 'Halloween' retrospective.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Walking Dead: The Return (2024)
Stars of "The Walking Dead," Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, walk down memory lane and visit iconic locations where pivotal moments between their characters, Rick and Michonne, were filmed.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisGirl Model (2011)
A documentary on the modeling industry's 'supply chain' between Siberia, Japan, and the U.S., told through the experiences of the scouts, agencies, and a 13-year-old model.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like this35 Up (1991)
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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMaking Squid Game: The Challenge (2023)
Go behind the scenes and witness how the "Squid Game"-inspired reality show transformed from a scripted drama to a cutthroat, nail-biting competition.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisA Toxic Love Story (2026)
A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Summers of It - Chapter Two: It Ends (2019)
This documentary focuses on the actors and their journey over two summers to create the remake to the original IT, by Stephen King. The documentary originally released as bonus material, bundled with IT: Chapter Two.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAbove 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisObi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)
This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisEx Libris: The New York Public Library (2017)
A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisI 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDirected by John Ford (1971)
A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSports Illustrated: The Making of Swimsuit 2012 (2012)
Travel with 2012 cover model Kate Upton and more than 20 other models around the world for Sports Illustrated: Making of Swimsuit. In 2012 SI takes you to Zambia's Victoria Falls, Australia, the Seychelles and Panama. SI's iconic body painting section gets a fresh twist with the first-ever inclusion of such world-class athletes as Natalie Gulbis, Alex Morgan and Natalie Coughlin.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2005 (2005)
From river rafting to snowboarding, Sports Illustrated has gone global for an action sports adventure with the world's most beautiful women. You will also see Olympians Jennie Finch and Amanda Beard and a few surprises you won't want to miss.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Record Breakers (1991)
Welcome to a hard driving video about the biggest winners of all, the athletes and teams who broken records in their sports.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated: The Making of Swimsuit 2013 (2013)
This year SI takes you where no fashion shoot has gone before - Antartica. Join our 17 models as they travel to all 7 continents.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2011: The 3D Experience (2011)
Paradise won’t ever feel closer than it does in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2011: The 3D Experience natively shot in 3D. Join supermodels Julie Henderson, Alyssa Miller and 2011 SI Swimsuit cover girl Irina Shayk as they explore the natural beauty of Maui—and see it in breathtaking 3D on Blu-ray. Featuring exclusive interviews with the models and amazing photo sessions on some of the most pristine beaches in the world, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2011: The 3D Experience is so vivid and lifelike viewers will almost be able to feel the sand between their toes.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2009 (2009)
All videos of featured models Kim Cloutier, Brooklyn Decker, Cintia Dicker, Lucia Dvorska, Esti Ginzborg, Jessica Gomes, Melissa Haro, Jessica Hart, Julie Henderson, Damaris Lewis, Jarah Mariano, Ariel Meredith, Tori Praver, Bar Refaeli, Hilary Rhoda, Daniella Sarahyba, Irina Sheik, Anne V, Jessica White with the Body paint videos are available. Also Includes Various Location Video Shoots such as from Dominican Republic, Grenada, Grenadines, Mexico, Italy, Tenerife and Turkey
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2002 (2002)
Check out some of the world's hottest models as they travel to all the best beaches in Latin America and pose in the season's sexiest swimwear for the 2002 edition of Sports Illustrated's popular swimsuit issue. Model Yamila Diaz-Rahi hosts the program, which features locations in Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico, Guatemala and Argentina. Other models include Heidi Klum, Molly Sims, Veronica Varekova, Shakara Ledard and many more.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2008 (2008)
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2008 takes you around the world with your favorite super-models. Of course we also have body painting, 12 football cheerleaders and models swimming with dolphins! So lean back and enjoy the SI Swimsuit 2008 show.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
On the Edge (TBA)
ON THE EDGE contains film footage shot in various locations around the world to provide the viewer with the excitement and thrills of true adventure from the participant's point-of-view.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Crunch Course (1986)
Forty-two, hard-hitting minutes of the NFL's outstanding defenders, past and present, who have elevated the art of punishing ball carriers into a science
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011?
The closest matches to Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011 are Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Don't F*#% With John Wick (2015). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011?
Start with Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023), the closest match to Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011.
What is the highest-rated movie like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011?
Making Squid Game: The Challenge (2023), rated 8.0/10 by 241 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011?
A Toxic Love Story (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011?
Yes: Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Don't F*#% With John Wick (2015).
How are movies similar to Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011 chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit 2011, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.