Movies like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 (2019)
The best movies like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 (2019) are Suburbia (1984), Suck (2009) and King of Jazz (1930). If Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 hooked you with its music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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- Highest ratedThe Dirt (2019)7.4/10 from 1,376 votes
- NewestMilli Vanilli (2023)Released 2023
Suburbia (1984)
When household tensions and a sense of worthlessness overcome Evan, he finds escape when he clings with the orphans of a throw-away society. The runaways hold on to each other like a family until a tragedy tears them apart.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSuck (2009)
The film follows a petty rock band called the Winners, consisting of vocalist Joey Winner, bassist Jennifer, guitarist Tyler, drummer Sam, and French-Canadian roadie Hugo, along with their sleazy manager Jeff, as they tour across Canada and the USA after Jennifer is turned into a vampire by Queeny. Meanwhile, a vampire hunter who is afraid of the dark named Eddie Van Helsing quickly chases them down.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKing of Jazz (1930)
A large-scale revue musical built around Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, presenting a series of musical performances, sketches, and staged tableaux in early two-color Technicolor, emblematic of Hollywood’s early sound-era “all-star” musical productions.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBeyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970)
An all-girl rock band moves to Hollywood in the hope of achieving success, only to fall into a whirlpool of wickedness and decadence.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWoodstock: Three Days That Defined a Generation (2019)
50 years after the legendary fest, Barak Goodman’s electric retelling of Woodstock, from the point of view of those who were on the ground, evokes the freedom, passion, community, and joy the three-day music festival created.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisHeavy Metal (1981)
The embodiment of ultimate evil, a glowing orb terrorizes a young girl with bizarre stories of dark fantasy, eroticism and horror.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Dirt (2019)
The story of Mötley Crüe and their rise from the Sunset Strip club scene of the early 1980s to superstardom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisI Called Him Morgan (2016)
Part jazz history, part true-crime tale, Kasper Collin’s new documentary employs extensive archival footage and new interviews to tell the tragic story of the magnificently talented trumpeter Lee Morgan and his common-law wife Helen, who murdered him in a New York bar in 1972.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisStudio 666 (2022)
Legendary rock band Foo Fighters move into an Encino mansion steeped in grisly rock and roll history to record their much anticipated 10th album. Once in the house, Dave Grohl finds himself grappling with supernatural forces that threaten both the completion of the album and the lives of the band.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe Doors (1991)
The story of the famous and influential 1960s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Festival (2018)
After Nick's girlfriend dumps him, his best mate Shane has the perfect antidote to his break-up blues: three days at an epic music festival.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisMiles Ahead (2016)
An exploration of the life and music of Miles Davis.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLords of Chaos (2018)
A teenager's quest to launch Norwegian Black Metal in Oslo in the 1990s results in a very violent outcome.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisUncle Peckerhead (2020)
When a punk band scores their first tour, life on the road proves tough when they are joined by a man-eating demon as a roadie.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMilli Vanilli (2023)
The story of Robert Pilatus and Fabrice Morvan, who became fast friends during their youth in Germany. With Rob coming from a broken home and Fabrice having left an abusive household, they shared a similar upbringing, as well as a future goal: to become famous superstars. In a few short years, their dreams came true. Rob and Fab, better known as Milli Vanilli, became the world's most popular pop duo in 1990 and won the GRAMMY for Best New Artist. However, their ascension to success came with a devastating price that ultimately led to their infamous undoing.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBo Burnham: Words, Words, Words (2010)
Bo Burnham is back with a new one-man show full of his patented songs and wordplay, as well as haikus, dramatic readings, blasphemy, and so much more in his first hour-long special, shot live in his home town of Boston.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisIf I Can't Have Love, I Want Power (2021)
Featuring music from her fourth studio album produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, this evocative film experience stars Halsey as the young and pregnant Queen Lila, who wrestles with the manipulative chokehold of love.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCrossroads (1986)
A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisO Lucky Man! (1973)
An ambitious coffee salesman has a series of improbable and ironic adventures seemingly designed to challenge his naive idealism.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisQuadrophenia (1979)
Based on the 1973 rock opera album of the same name by The Who, this is the story of 60s teenager Jimmy. At work he slaves in a dead-end job. While after, he shops for tailored suits and rides his scooter as part of the London Mod scene.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSantana: Supernatural Live (2000)
Like the hit album that inspires its name, Supernatural Live brings journeyman guitarist Carlos Santana back into the mainstream by surrounding him with younger superstars eager to bask in his formidable musical presence. Resuscitating stardom through sheer proximity can translate to forced pairings or superfluous music making, but credit Santana himself with minimizing such missteps. A fusion artist before the term was coined, the erstwhile Mexican street musician long ago extended his technical reach and broadened his stylistic palette by hungrily assimilating different styles of music. Accordingly, he shifts gears easily, whether soloing behind Dave Matthews, trading lines with legendary saxophonist Wayne Shorter, or spicing up a hip-hop excursion with Lauryn Hill.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Simply Red: Home Live in Sicily (2003)
Someday in My Life Ocean Home Positively 4th Street Lost Weekend Home Loan Blues A New Flame Night Nurse Something For You You Make Me Feel Brand New Stars Money in My Pocket Fake Thrill Me The Right Thing Something Got Me Started Holding Back the Years Money's Too Tight to Mention Fairground Sunrise Special Features Documentary Bonus Tracks: Live in Montreux: The Right Thing Live in Croatia: You Make Me Feel Brand New Mick Cam
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Pretenders - Live in London (2010)
With Millions of albums sold and their place in the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame solidified, the Pretenders are a special band with a special place in history. Pretenders: Live in London captures their many electrifying performances from their 2009 world tour. I was asked for the set list... here it is: Boots of Chinese Plastic; Don't cut your hair; Talk of the Town; Message of Love; Kid; The Nothing Maker; Don't lose your faith in me; Back on the Chain Gang; Love's A Mystery; Rosalee; I Go To Sleep; Don't Get Me wrong; Tequila; Stop Your Sobbing; Day After Day; Cuban Slide; Break up the Concrete; Thumbelina; Middle of the Road; The Wait; Tattooed Love Boys; Precious; I'll Stand By You; Brass In Pocket
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl (2010)
U2's 360° concert at the famous Pasadena Rose Bowl was U2's biggest ever show in the United States with a box office attendance in excess of 97,000. The first live streaming of a full-length stadium concert, U2360° at the Rose Bowl streamed across seven continents, making history with over 10 million views in one week. Shot entirely in HD, this ground breaking concert was filmed with 28 cameras and directed by Tom Krueger who previously shot the concert film U23D. U2360° resumes in Europe in August with North American dates to follow in 2011.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Prince: Rave Un2 the Year 2000 (1999)
"Rave un2 the year 2000" celebrates the joy of life as PRINCE performs music from his critically acclaimed album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, as well as selections from his vault of smash hits and pop classics. Filmed at Paisley Park Studio in Minneapolis, where a multi-piece band, including legendary bass player Larry Graham and members of the Family Stone, join Prince in this spectacular historic event. Special guests include Lenny Kravitz, Rosie Gaines, Maceo Parker George Clinton, Morris Day and The Time.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Styx and the Contemporary Youth Orchestra of Cleveland - One with Everything (2009)
On May 25, 2006, the band took the stage in Cleveland for a new venture accompanied by the 115-piece Contemporary Youth Orchestra and a 60-member chorus. With a set list that combined Styx classics, new songs, and cover versions, this was a truly unique event. In 2006, Styx upped the ante on their already-epic stage presence by joining forces with the Contemporary Youth Orchestra of Cleveland. Backed by the 115-piece symphony and a 60-member choir, the rock band played incredible renditions of their hits, including "Renegade" and "Too Much Time on My Hands."
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Bob Marley and the Wailers - Live at the Rainbow (1991)
Unparalleled as a live act, Bob Marley and the Wailers perform their world-famous reggae hits in this 1977 concert from London's Rainbow Theatre. The show was filmed during the band's tour to promote their "Exodus" album. Thirteen tracks include favorites such as "No Woman, No Cry," "I Shot the Sheriff," "Lively Up Yourself" and "Get Up, Stand Up." Also featured are interviews with Marley's wife, Rita, and his mother, Cedella Booker.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Offspring: Live at Rock am Ring Germany 2014 (2014)
The Offspring live in concert at the Rock am Ring at the Nürburgring in Germany. Tracklist: Nitro (Youth Energy) Bad Habit Gotta Get Away Genocide Something to Believe In Come Out and Play It'll Be a Long Time Killboy Powerhead (Didjits cover) What Happened to You? So Alone Not the One Smash Self Esteem Intermission All I Want You're Gonna Go Far, Kid Staring at the Sun Why Don't You Get a Job? (Can't Get My) Head Around You Pretty Fly (For a White Guy) The Kids Aren't Alright
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Ado: First Live「Comedy」 (2022)
Video footage from Ado’s legendary first-ever live show “Kigeki” held at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO) on April 4th 2022 included with the Deluxe release of Ado's 5th Anniversary album, "Ado's Best Adobum".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Kenny Rogers: All in for the Gambler (2021)
The life and legacy of country music legend Kenny Rogers is honored in a new star-studded concert special, Kenny Rogers: All In For The Gambler, to be broadcast Thursday, September 23rd from 9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS and available to stream live and on demand with Paramount+. Filmed at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville before Rogers’ untimely passing, the live concert features on-stage tributes, artists’ anecdotes and inspiring songs performed in front of the music icon himself, as he bid farewell to performing and announced his retirement.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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What are the best movies like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2?
The closest matches to Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 are Suburbia (1984), Suck (2009) and King of Jazz (1930). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2?
Start with Suburbia (1984), the closest match to Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2.
What is the highest-rated movie like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2?
The Dirt (2019), rated 7.4/10 by 1,376 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2?
Milli Vanilli (2023) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2?
Yes: Suburbia (1984), Suck (2009) and King of Jazz (1930).
How are movies similar to Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2 chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Metallica and San Francisco Symphony: S&M2, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.





























