Movies like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years (2007)
The best movies like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years (2007) are Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), For the Boys (1991) and Live Aid (1985). If Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years 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
- NewestTaylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show (2025)Released 2025
Taylor 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 thisFor the Boys (1991)
Talented USO entertainer Dixie Leonard and comedian Eddie Sparks deal with their relationship over the course of 5 decades from World War II to the Vietnam War era to their twilight era in the 90's.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLive Aid (1985)
Live Aid was held on 13 July 1985, simultaneously in Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, United States. It was one of the largest scale satellite link-ups and television broadcasts of all time: watched live by an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion, across 150 nations. "It's twelve noon in London, seven AM in Philadelphia, and around the world it's time for Live Aid...!"
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Sparks Brothers (2021)
Take a musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with brothers Ron & Russell Mael, celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks: your favorite band’s favorite band.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisStar! (1968)
Gertrude Lawrence rises to stage stardom at the cost of happiness.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisIron Maiden: Rock In Rio (2002)
Rock In Rio Festival 2001 - Iron Maiden headlines one of the biggest shows on Earth to a massive sell-out 250,000 crowd and a global TV audience of millions. The explosive two hour set, shot using 18 cameras and edited by Steve Harris, is Maiden at its best, performing their biggest show ever on the final date of their Brave New World Tour.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMo' Better Blues (1990)
Talented but self-centered trumpeter Bleek Gilliam is obsessed with his music and indecisiveness about his girlfriends Indigo and Clarke. But when he is forced to come to the aid of his manager and childhood friend, Bleek finds his world more fragile than he ever imagined.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Work of Director Michel Gondry (2003)
A look at the work of director Michel Gondry, through his music videos, short films, and commercials.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisRoger Waters: The Wall (2014)
A concert film that the former Pink Floyd singer-songwriter made on various tour dates between 2010 and 2013, when he was playing his former group's 1980 double-album in its entirety.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMetallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M (1999)
Michael Kamen conducts the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra in support of metal rockers Metallica in this 1999 concert performance.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 Eras Tour | The Final Show (2025)
Filmed at the end of Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour in Vancouver, B.C., this complete, in-depth 45-song concert includes the complete 'The Tortured Poets Department' set and special mashups.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMichael Jackson: The Life of an Icon (2011)
See Michael Jackson, one of the most recognizable and popular entertainers of all time, like never before in the feature-length tribute Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon. Known to millions of fans worldwide for his record-breaking albums, groundbreaking music videos, mesmerizing dance moves and humanitarian efforts, his true story has never really been told...until now. This unprecedented look into the King of Pop's fascinating life includes all-new interviews with his mother Katherine Jackson as well as siblings Tito and Rebbie Jackson, his nephew Jaafar Jackson and niece Tahkyah brings plenty Jackson and Friends ends and music legends such as Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick and his 3 children and many more.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMichael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration (2001)
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of Michael Jackson's solo career, this legendary performance took place on September 10, 2001.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 thisThe Big Four: Live in Sofia (2010)
When the 'Big Four' - Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax - shared a stage together on 22nd June 2010 in Sofia, Bulgaria, the show was beamed live into over 550 theatres worldwide via satellite in a special HD cinematic event. The Big Four Live from Sofia includes full shows from all four bands as well as behind the scenes and interview footage. The legendary concert from the Sonisphere Festival was one of only 7 shows across Europe when the four monsters of metal shared a stage for the first time.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 thisAll Eyez on Me (2017)
All Eyez on Me chronicles the life and legacy of Tupac Shakur, including his rise to superstardom as a hip-hop artist, actor, poet and activist, as well as his imprisonment and prolific, controversial time at Death Row Records. Against insurmountable odds, Tupac rose to become a cultural icon whose career and persona both continue to grow long after his passing.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR (2023)
A concert film documenting Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour (2023-2024). Filmed during the Los Angeles shows, the film captures the tour's ten acts, each representing a different musical era from Swift's career. The film showcases over 40 songs, elaborate stage productions, and Swift's performance.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMetallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 (2019)
S&M2, the live concert film from Metallica and the San Francisco Symphony is the concert event of the year! S&M2 features 20 songs from the two-night event that opened San Francisco’s new Chase Center, with many Metallica fan favourites and two unique classical songs chosen by San Francisco Symphony Musical Director, Michael Tilson Thomas. S&M2 is newly re-edited by the band, with re-mixed and remastered audio, for a whole new look and sound from the original theatrical run in October 2019.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisReadymade Screen Tests (2007)
DVD release of Karia Nomoto's "Ready Made Screen Test", it shows a series of short films. Includes the music videos for "The Night Is Still Young," "Jiyudo," and "Hitmoi no Naka no Mirror Ball," plus tons more footage of Karia.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
New York, I Love You But You're Bringing Me Down (2008)
Kermit the Frog sings "New York, I Love You But You're Bringing Me Down" in New York City.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
1984 at the BBC (2024)
There's more musical time-traveling through the BBC’s archives with this trip back to 1984, with hits such as Wham!'s Freedom, U2's Pride, Madonna's Like a Virgin and Lionel Richie's Hello.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
W.A.S.P. | Live at the Lyceum, London (1984)
In September and October of 1984, within weeks of the release of their self-titled debut album, W.A.S.P. undertook their first headline World Tour, taking them to England, Europe, and Japan. This Video was shot at London's famous Lyceum on Monday, September 24, 1984, in front of a capacity crowd.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Cody ChesnuTT - Till I Met Thee (2013)
A short film produced for Cody ChesnuTT’s 2012 album "Landing on a Hundred".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Mélissa Laveaux - Postman (2013)
The official music video for Mélissa Laveaux's 2013 single "Postman" (from the album Dying is a Wild Night).
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Claudio (2022)
Claudio walks around the city without realizing that he is being followed.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Nick Hakim - Bet She Looks Like You (2017)
Music video for the Neo-soul singer, Nick Hakim.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Blitz the Ambassador - Something to Believe (2010)
Directed by Terence Nance, the film addresses the detachment we all battle, when faced with the the world's overwhelming issues. "It's hard to think about all the problems in the world without getting a little overwhelmed. So, a lot of times we just ignore things. I think Africa has suffered a lot because people choose to remain ignorant, rather than address the issues that are right in front of our faces," Blitz said.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Pharoahe Monch - Clap (One Day) (2011)
Short film about a police raid gone horribly wrong, featuring music by Pharoahe Monch.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years?
The closest matches to Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years are Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), For the Boys (1991) and Live Aid (1985). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years?
Start with Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), the closest match to Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years.
What is the highest-rated movie like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years?
Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), rated 8.2/10 by 442 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years?
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years?
Yes: Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), For the Boys (1991) and Live Aid (1985).
How are movies similar to Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Paul McCartney: The McCartney Years, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.