Movies like Roswell: 70 Years Later (2017)
The best movies like Roswell: 70 Years Later (2017) are Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020), Downfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022) and There's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane (2011). If Roswell: 70 Years Later hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedDownfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022)7.1/10 from 223 votes
- NewestS4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026)Released 2026
Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020)
After 16-year-old Cyntoia Brown is sentenced to life in prison, questions about her past, physiology and the law itself call her guilt into question.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDownfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022)
Investigators reveal how Boeing’s alleged priority of profit over safety could have contributed to two catastrophic crashes within months of each other.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThere's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane (2011)
Filmmaker Liz Garbus investigates the mysterious tragedy of Diane Schuler in an effort to understand what went wrong.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Secret (2006)
Interviews with leading authors, philosophers and scientists, with an in-depth discussion of the Law of Attraction. The audience is shown how they can learn and use 'The Secret' in their everyday lives.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCome See Me in the Good Light (2025)
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSherman's March (1986)
Documentarian Ross McElwee originally set out to make a travelogue of sorts tracing General William T. Sherman's infamous scorched-earth march through the Confederacy in the latter stages of the Civil War. Instead, haunted by a recent breakup with a girlfriend, McElwee ends up documenting his progress -- or lack thereof -- in starting a new relationship. His journey then becomes one of self-reflection and self-discovery rather than a historical/sociological exploration.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies 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 thisGrenfell: Uncovered (2025)
Survivors, witnesses, and experts tell the story of the tragic fire that engulfed a residential tower block in London — and the investigation that ensued.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisOrgasm Inc: The Story of OneTaste (2022)
A sexual wellness company gains fame and followers, then members come forward with shocking allegations.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFor the Love of Spock (2016)
The life of Mr. Spock, as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played him for almost fifty years, written and directed by his son: Adam.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisChris Brown: Welcome to My Life (2017)
This compelling Documentary moves beyond the spotlight and past the attention-grabbing headlines to give pop superstar Chris Brown a chance to tell his own story. New interviews with the international phenomenon reveal long-awaited answers about his passion for making music, his tumultuous and much publicized relationships, and the pitfalls of coming of age in the public eye. Also included is new concert footage, behind-the-scenes access, and special interviews from Usher, Jennifer Lopez, DJ Khaled, Mike Tyson, Jamie Foxx and others.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDrew: The Man Behind the Poster (2013)
A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisIn the Shadow of the Moon (2007)
Archival material from the original NASA film footage – much of it seen for the first time – plus interviews with the surviving astronauts, including Jim Lovell, Dave Scott, John Young, Gene Cernan, Mike Collins, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Edgar Mitchell, Charlie Duke and Harrison Schmitt.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisA Decade Under the Influence (2003)
A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisMy Mom Jayne (2025)
Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayne Mansfield, an extraordinary and complex woman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisGood Night Oppy (2022)
The inspirational true story of Opportunity, a rover that was sent to Mars for a 90-day mission but ended up surviving for 15 years. Follow Opportunity’s groundbreaking journey on Mars and the remarkable bond forged between a robot and her humans millions of miles away.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisClose Encounters of the Fifth Kind (2020)
Dr. Steven Greer’s previous works, SIRIUS and UNACKNOWLEDGED, broke crowdfunding records and ignited a grassroots movement. CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE FIFTH KIND features groundbreaking video and photographic evidence and supporting interviews from prominent figures such as Adam Curry of Princeton’s PEAR Lab; legendary civil rights attorney Daniel Sheehan, and Dr. Russell Targ, who headed the CIA’s top secret remote viewing program. Their message: For thousands of people, contact has begun. This is their story.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGilbert (2017)
The life and career of one of comedy's most inimitable modern voices, Mr. Gilbert Gottfried.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies 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 thisSouth of the Border (2009)
A road trip across five countries to explore the social and political movements as well as the mainstream media's misperception of South America while interviewing seven of its elected presidents.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAlien Contact: Government Coverup (2025)
Explore the enduring mystery of the Roswell incident, where an alleged UFO crash in 1947 sparked decades of speculation and intrigue. Through eyewitness testimonies, expert analysis, and declassified documents, this documentary examines claims of extraterrestrial encounters and government coverups. Discover the cultural and historical impact of the event that ignited global fascination and ask: was it a weather balloon, or the greatest secret ever kept?
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Shag Harbour UFO Incident (2000)
On October 4 1967 flashing lights could be seen in the sky, and an unidentified large object made contact with the waters of Shag Harbour, Nova Scotia. After investigations from the Canadian Coast Guard, the RCMP, and the Canadian Armed Forces and reports and speculation from witnesses, journalists, and UFO enthusiasts the event would later become the most well-known UFO incident in Canada. This documentary uncovers new witness accounts, photographic evidence, various investigation reports, and historical archives to examine exactly what happened on the coast of Nova Scotia that night, and how much information surrounding the case has been intentionally hidden.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Kecksburg: The Untold Story (1998)
Revisit the events of December 9, 1965, in the rural community of Kecksburg, Pa., when a strange object fell from the sky one night, prompting a military visit within days, much to the shock of the locals. This absorbing documentary explores the peculiar media response to the incident, examines the secret transfer of the object to an Air Force base in Ohio, and interviews 21 witnesses, who describe their own memories of that strange night.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Flying Saucers Are Real (1994)
Stanton Friedman discusses space travel
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Real 'X-Files'? (2015)
VICE meets up with Joe Nickell, a longtime paranormal investigator who’s been called the real-life Scully. We travel with him to Roswell, NM on the anniversary of the 1947 UFO Crash to talk to believers, skeptics and UFO witnesses alike to see if the truth is really out there.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Aurora: The UFO Crash of 1897 (2016)
Jim Marrs looks at the Aurora Crash. According to a news story that appeared in The Dallas Morning News, an "airship" crashed in Aurora Texas on April 17th, 1897. According to the news report, published two days later, the "airship" crashed into the windmill at Judge Proctor's place and the pilot -- a "Martian" -- was killed in the crash and later buried in the town cemetery. In 1897 a UFO crashed in Aurora, Texas where it hit a windmill and exploded. The remains of an alien body were recovered and buried in the local cemetery. This documentary was premiered at the first annual Aurora Alien Encounter on Saturday, April 16th, 2016 - An event to commemorate the historical incident
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Cosmic Whistleblowers (2015)
Filmmaker Simon Sharman goes in search of truth to the Roswell UFO mystery of 1947, but its the UFO investigators themselves who become the focus when controversial new evidence is unearthed and deception becomes the name of the game.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Roswell: Mysteries Decoded (2019)
Now, we're getting a new look at the infamous Roswell UFO case of 1947 in Roswell: Mysteries Decoded. The show follows investigator Jennifer Marshall and Rogue Planet's own Ryan Sprague as they head to Roswell and dive deep into the mysteries of one of the most famous alleged crashes of all time.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
UFO from Roswell to Oumuamua (TBA)
From the crash at Roswell to the mystery of ʻOumuamua, this documentary connects decades of UFO sightings, government files, close encounters and alien abductions into one gripping story — asking the question: are we truly alone? A cinematic journey from Roswell to ʻOumuamua, revealing hidden links between history’s greatest UFO cases. Packed with declassified files, chilling abductions, and cosmic mysteries, this is the ultimate exploration of the phenomenon that won’t go away. Powerful experience in 4K 2.35:1 aspect ratio.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Roswell UFO Conspiracy: Unlocked (2020)
The most famous UFO case of all time is the alleged UFO crash in the desert of Roswell, New Mexico in 1947. Did humanity make its first contact with alien life that dark starry night?
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Roswell: 70 Years Later?
The closest matches to Roswell: 70 Years Later are Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020), Downfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022) and There's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane (2011). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Roswell: 70 Years Later?
Start with Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020), the closest match to Roswell: 70 Years Later.
What is the highest-rated movie like Roswell: 70 Years Later?
Downfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022), rated 7.1/10 by 223 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Roswell: 70 Years Later?
S4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Roswell: 70 Years Later?
Yes: Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020), Downfall: The Case Against Boeing (2022) and There's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane (2011).
How are movies similar to Roswell: 70 Years Later chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Roswell: 70 Years Later, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.