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Movies like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat (1997)

The best movies like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat (1997) are Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026), Inside the Mind of a Cat (2022) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000). If Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat 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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  1. Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026)

    Reconnecting with a pack of wolves he has followed for seven years, Bertie sets out to capture one of the Arctic's most dangerous and rarely filmed hunts: wolves taking on a bull moose, prey roughly ten times their size. Led by Kona, a striking white breeding male, the pack faces a critical winter as dwindling food supplies, an encroaching rival wolf and an aging leader threaten its survival.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. Inside the Mind of a Cat (2022)

    Cat experts dive into the mind of the feline to reveal the true capabilities of the pouncing pet in this captivating and cuddly documentary.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. 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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  4. These Amazing Shadows (2011)

    Tells the history and importance of The National Film Registry, a roll call of American cinema treasures that reflects the diversity of film, and indeed the American experience itself.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. The Last Repair Shop (2024)

    In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of this city.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. Boys State (2020)

    This raucous journey into the heart of democracy captures an unusual rite of passage: 1,100 teenage boys from across Texas coming together to build a representative government from the ground up.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Being James Bond (2021)

    Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. A 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

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  9. Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience (2016)

    A celebration of the universe, displaying the whole of time, from its start to its final collapse. This film examines all that occurred to prepare the world that stands before us now: science and spirit, birth and death, the grand cosmos and the minute life systems of our planet.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  10. Ex 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

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  11. The Meerkats (2008)

    A coming of age story following a young meerkat pup, Kolo, growing up in the Kalahari desert; and an inspiring look at how one family's connection to each other and their surroundings is a model of resilience and fortitude for us all. Shot using ground-breaking techniques, this dramatised documentary is a one-of-a-kind presentation from The Weinstein Company and the BBC, featuring narration by Paul Newman.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. Fuck (2006)

    A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. 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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  14. McQueen (2018)

    Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own world, both tortured and inspired, which celebrates a radical and mesmerizing genius of profound influence.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Who Are You, Charlie Brown? (2021)

    Lupita Nyong'o narrates a documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, and Al Roker—share its influence on them, and a new animated story finds Charlie Brown on a quest.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button (2009)

    A documentary about the making of David Fincher's 2008 film THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. Virtually every element in the evolution of the Fincher's film is documented here, from the project's attachment to numerous other directors during the 1990s, to its shoot in 2006 and 2007 in New Orleans, to its complex, CGI-intensive postproduction process.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. Grey Gardens (1976)

    Edie Bouvier Beale and her mother, Edith, two aging, eccentric relatives of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, are the sole inhabitants of a Long Island estate. The women reveal themselves to be misfits with outsized, engaging personalities. Much of the conversation is centered on their pasts, as mother and daughter now rarely leave home.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Kedi (2017)

    A profile of Istanbul and its unique people, seen through the eyes of the most mysterious and beloved animal humans have ever known, the Cat.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. Public Speaking (2011)

    Martin Scorsese’s portrait of writer and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, celebrated for her sharp wit and observations on modern life. Filmed at New York’s Waverly Inn and intercut with archival footage and interviews, the documentary captures Lebowitz’s distinctive worldview through her spontaneous monologues and public appearances.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. Girl 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

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  21. Hitchin. Honouring the Brave (1912)

    Victims of a tragic air crash are honoured in a sombre military funeral procession through the streets of Hitchin.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. Health for the Americas: Cleanliness Brings Health (1945)

    The comparison of two rural families to demonstrate the need for proper hygiene and the consequences of its neglect.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. Diáře a romány Pavla Kohouta (2008)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  24. Town Business (2017)

    After a "diplomatic mission" into a neighboring town Kell returns to his town to see that his not so bright team of idiots have screwed up everything.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. Hana Zelinová (1995)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  26. Alice: A Social Media Journey (2015)

    A very sociable person, Alice has used her many social media accounts as a visual scrapbook of her life – the highs and lows, the happiness and heartache. But what do these collected words and images really say about Alice and her real life.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  27. The Pleasure in Pain (2022)

    A short film that follows key figures of the London kink scene on an exploration into BDSM and the notorious fetish event Klub Verboten. The film touches upon themes of psychology, trauma, LGBTQ+ rights and black representation.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  28. Nutrition: The All-American Meal (1976)

    The increasing reliance of 1970's America on fast food meals is examined, and ways to improve on this diet are suggested.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Thursday-bazaar of Minaab (1968)

    Short documentary about the Thursday-bazaar of Minaab, a small city in South of Iran

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. Ram Dass, Going Home (2017)

    Ram Dass is one of the most important cultural figures from the 1960s and 70s. A pyschedelic pioneer, author of Be Here Now, beloved spiritual teacher, and outspoken advocate for death-and-dying awareness, Ram Dass is now himself approaching the end of life. Since suffering a life-changing stroke twenty years ago, he has been living at his home on Maui and deepening his spiritual practice — which is centered on love and his idea of merging with his surroundings and all living things. Shot in a nuanced cinematic style, the film is an intimate summary of his life learning and awareness, and is ultimately a poetic meditation on life, death, and the soul’s journey home.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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What are the best movies like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat?

The closest matches to Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat are Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026), Inside the Mind of a Cat (2022) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat?

Start with Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026), the closest match to Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat.

What is the highest-rated movie like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat?

Kedi (2017), rated 7.5/10 by 383 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat?

Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat?

Yes: Wolves Up Close with Bertie Gregory (2026), Inside the Mind of a Cat (2022) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000).

How are movies similar to Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Puss in Books: Adventures of the Library Cat, 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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