Movies like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute (1988)
The best movies like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute (1988) are The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992), Live Aid (1985) and The Big Four: Live in Sofia (2010). If Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute hooked you with its music, these 27 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
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- Highest ratedWoodstock (1970)7.6/10 from 307 votes
- NewestTaylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show (2025)Released 2025
The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992)
A live concert in tribute to Freddie Mercury, former lead singer of Queen. Mercury died of AIDS and so some of the proceeds of this concert went to AIDS research. Features performers such as Metallica, Def Leppard, Elton John, Axl Rose, Extreme, George Michael, and many others. Performers alternate between doing their own hits, covering Queen songs, or jamming with the surviving members of Queen.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 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 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 thisWoodstock (1970)
An intimate look at the Woodstock Music & Art Festival held in Bethel, NY in 1969, from preparation through cleanup, with historic access to insiders, blistering concert footage, and portraits of the concertgoers; negative and positive aspects are shown, from drug use by performers to naked fans sliding in the mud, from the collapse of the fences by the unexpected hordes to the surreal arrival of National Guard helicopters with food and medical assistance for the impromptu city of 500,000.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNo Direction Home: Bob Dylan (2005)
A chronicle of Bob Dylan's strange evolution between 1961 and 1966 from folk singer to protest singer to "voice of a generation" to rock star.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisIron Maiden: En Vivo! (2012)
Filmed on 10th April 2011 in front of over 50,000 ecstatic fans at the Estadio Nacional, Santiago during the Round The World In 66 Days leg of The Final Frontier World Tour, this concert video captures a magnificent performance by the band, ardently embraced by the legendary Latino passion and energy of their Chilean fans. With spectacular stage backdrops, dynamic musicianship and a literally jaw-dropping appearance by Eddie, this live show encapsulates to perfection the heart and soul of Iron Maiden 2011.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 thisFrance-Brésil en musique (2025)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991)
From the rains of Japan, through threats of arrest for 'public indecency' in Canada, and a birthday tribute to her father in Detroit, this documentary follows Madonna on her 1990 'Blond Ambition' concert tour. Filmed in black and white, with the concert pieces in glittering MTV color, it is an intimate look at the work of the icon, from a prayer circle before each performance to bed games with the dance troupe afterwards.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAyreon: The Making of The Human Equation (2004)
Behind the scenes material with; audio bloopers, recording, discussions and friendly chatting with the master mind Arjen Anthony Lucassen and his many friends.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Folklórny festival Východná 2023 (2023)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Cincinnati's Rock 'N Roll Legends (1995)
An excellent comprehensive look at all the music that came out of Cincinnati, Ohio. Cincinnati "Rock Legends" "James Brown" "King Records" "Pure Prairie League" "Lemon Pipers" "Syd Nathan" WEBN "Bootsy Collins" "Lonnie Mack" "The Who concert 1979" "Rick Derringer"
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Brian Wilson - Live at Baloise Session (2016)
50 years after the release of the Pet Sounds album with the Beach Boys, this is Brian Wilson at la Baloise Session.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Violetta: Live in Buenos Aires (2014)
A very high quality show with a great display of scenery, choreography, costumes, lighting effects and incredible multimedia work. It presents a story full of emotion and joy, with the participation of the protagonists of the soap opera "Violetta" and a musical repertoire that includes all the hits, as well as great surprises.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
THE BLACK MAGES III Darkness and Starlight LIVE (2009)
Video recording of live performance from August 9, 2008. Contains a behind-the-scenes movie and the "Neo EXDEATH" movie. All Music Composed & Produced by Nobuo Uematsu
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Pen Jakke - Live i Trondheim November 2000 (TBA)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Rheingau Musik Festival 2025 - Renaud Capuçon und Julia Hagen spielen Brahms (2025)
At the Rheingau Festival, violinist Renaud Capuçon, cellist Julia Hagen and the Bamberg Symphony conducted by Jakub Hrusa perform Brahms's 'Double Concerto for Violin and Cello'.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Paramore: Austin City Limits Music Festival 2022 (2022)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Beyond The Story Live 2005告别演唱会 (2005)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Rance Allen Group: Front Row Live (2007)
Legendary gospel trio the Rance Allen Group gives viewers an inspiring musical lift in this concert filmed as part of the Gospel Music Channel's "Front Row Live" performance series. Singing songs from their 2007 album, "Closest Friend," the musical brothers from Detroit continue their legacy of smooth gospel stylings with an R&B flair, with selections ranging from worship songs to contemporary tunes that incorporate rock, jazz and soul elements.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Neil Young: Solo Trans (1984)
Solo Trans is a concert film by Neil Young, released in 1984. It was recorded at the Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio on September 18, 1983 during Young's Solo Trans tour.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Iron Maiden - Rock am Ring 2014 (2014)
"1) Doctor Doctor (UFO song) [00:00] 2) Rising Mercury [03:52] 3) Moonchild [04:55] 4) Can I Play with Madness [10:47] 5) The Prisoner [14:25] 6) 2 Minutes to Midnight [20:45] 7) Revelations [27:57:00] 8) The Trooper [34:30:00] 9) The Number of the Beast [38:37:00] 10) Phantom of the Opera [44:03:00] 11) Run to the Hills [51:40:00] 12) Wasted Years [55:47:00] 13) Seventh Son of a Seventh Son [61:20:00] 14) Wrathchild [73:45:00] 15) Fear of the Dark [76:50:00] 16) Iron Maiden [84:24:00] 17) Aces High [91:17:00] 18) The Evil That Men Do (preceded by Happy Birthday to Nicko McBrain) [98:25:00] 19) Sanctuary [102:55:00]"
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Who: Quadrophenia - Live in London (2014)
Legendary rock band The Who captured live in performance at London's Wembley Arena in July 2013. The gig saw the band perform their 1973 concept album 'Quadrophenia' in its entirety to commemorate the 40th anniversary of its release. The group also performed a number of popular songs from throughout their career including 'Baba O'Riley', 'You Better You Bet' and 'Won't Get Fooled Again'.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Minori Chihara Birthday Live 2012 (2013)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Quiet Riot: Well Now You're Here, There's No Way Back (2014)
An inspiring documentary chronicling the rise, fall and resurrection of '80s metal band Quiet Riot. The career of Frankie Banali, the band's drummer, reached a serious crossroads when his best friend and bandmate died in 2007. Years later, Banali realizes he must forge ahead and make a new life for himself and his daughter and he goes on a quest to reunite the band and fill the immense void left by his bandmate.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Metallica: Lollapalooza Brazil 2017 (2017)
Metallica at Autódromo de Interlagos, São Paulo, Brazil on March 25, 2017. Setlist: Hardwired / Atlas, Rise! / For Whom the Bell Tolls / The Memory Remains / The Unforgiven / Now That We’re Dead / Moth Into Flame / Harvester of Sorrow / Halo on Fire / Whiplash / Sad but True / One / Master of Puppets / Fade to Black / Seek & Destroy / Battery / Nothing Else Matters / Enter Sandman
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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What are the best movies like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute?
The closest matches to Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute are The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992), Live Aid (1985) and The Big Four: Live in Sofia (2010). Below are 24 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute?
Start with The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992), the closest match to Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute.
What is the highest-rated movie like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute?
Woodstock (1970), rated 7.6/10 by 307 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute?
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute?
Yes: The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992), Live Aid (1985) and The Big Four: Live in Sofia (2010).
How are movies similar to Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.