Movies like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special (2019)
The best movies like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special (2019) are High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special (2020), Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 (2020) and Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020). If High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special hooked you with its documentary and music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedBLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky (2020)8.2/10 from 535 votes
- NewestOasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026)Released 2026
High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special (2020)
The cast of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” delivers an abundance of feel-good holiday cheer as they perform their favorite Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s songs and share their fondest holiday memories.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisHomeschool Musical: Class of 2020 (2020)
Inspired by the viral success of Tony-winner Laura Benanti's #sunshinesongs, this feel-good docu-special spotlights a talented group of high school seniors as they give show-stopping performances from home to capture their 2020 experiences.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020)
An intimate concert film, in which Taylor Swift performs each song from her album 'folklore' in order, as she reveals the meaning and the stories behind all 17 tracks for the very first time.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisShawn Mendes: In Wonder (2020)
A portrait of singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes' life, chronicling the past few years of his rise and journey.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisariana grande: excuse me, i love you (2020)
Ariana Grande takes the stage in London for her Sweetener World Tour and shares a behind-the-scenes look at her life in rehearsal and on the road.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThe Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story (2019)
A documentary chronicling Queen and Lambert's incredible journey since they first shared the stage together on "American Idol" in 2009.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisOne Direction: The TV Special (2014)
One Direction's first network special offers backstage footage, comical stunts and performances of some of the band's biggest hits.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) (2022)
Grammy® winner singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo takes a familiar road trip from Salt Lake City, where she began writing her debut album “SOUR,” to Los Angeles. Along the way, Rodrigo recounts the memories of writing and creating her record-breaking debut album and shares her feelings as a young woman navigating a specific time in her life. Through new live arrangements of her songs, intimate interviews and never-before-seen footage from the making of the album, audiences will follow Olivia along on a cinematic journey exploring the story of “SOUR.”
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky (2020)
Record-shattering Korean girl band BLACKPINK tell their story — and detail the hard fought journey of the dreams and trials behind their meteoric rise.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisTaylor Swift | The Official Release Party of a Showgirl (2025)
The exclusive world premiere of the music video "The Fate of Ophelia", along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor Swift's personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic (2017)
Academy Award-Winning Actress and "The View" Co-Host Whoopi Goldberg Reveals Disney Holiday Secrets in Freeform's "Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic".
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021)
This documentary offers a deeply intimate look at extraordinary teenager Billie Eilish. Award-winning filmmaker R.J. Cutler follows her journey on the road, onstage, and at home with her family as the writing and recording of her debut album changes her life.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisHannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special (2026)
Filmed in front of a live studio audience and hosted by Alex Cooper of 'Call Her Daddy' fame, Miley Cyrus reflects on the creation and impact of the series with never-before-seen archival footage, all the while interacting and reminiscing on some of the show's most memorable sets 'brought back to life' — including the Stewart family living room and the legendary Hannah Montana closet.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisA Celebration of the Music from Coco (2020)
Remember and relive the songs that moved you from the movie Coco.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
TOMORROW X TOGETHER: OUR LOST SUMMER (2023)
TOMORROW X TOGETHER are back post-pandemic and are ready to embark on their first world tour from Seoul to North America. The band's nerves and excitement are kicking in, but they have challenged themselves to give the performance of a lifetime.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Disney's Broadway Hits at London's Royal Albert Hall (2016)
Experience the Disney on Broadway songs you know and love in a whole new way from the comfort of your home. Disney's Broadway Hits at Royal Albert Hall is now available on demand!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music
Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026)
Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisJustin Bieber: Our World (2021)
After a three-year hiatus from a full performance, and with concert venues shut down due to the pandemic, Bieber delivers an electrifying show to close out 2020 on the rooftop of the Beverly Hilton Hotel for 240 invited guests—and millions of fans across the globe watching via livestream. The film follows Bieber and his close-knit team in the month leading up to the show, as they rehearse and construct a monumental stage while adhering to strict health and safety protocols. The film also captures personal, self-shot moments between Bieber and his wife Hailey.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Post Malone: Runaway (2022)
In September 2019, Post Malone’s Runaway Tour marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of his career, where he stepped up and became this generation’s undisputed rock star. Filmed just before COVID-19 grounded the tour—and whole world—to a halt, the film reveals unforgettable backstage access and peels back the curtain on Post Malone’s world and his epic 37-date North American tour.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Miley Cyrus - Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) (2023)
Miley Cyrus takes the stage in this must-see, Disney+ music event featuring debut performances of her highly anticipated eighth studio album, "Endless Summer Vacation." The global superstar’s cinematic, one-of-a-kind performances are threaded together with exclusive interviews where she provides insight to her new album and the person she is today.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThe Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (2025)
In honor of “The Lion King's” 30th Anniversary, the Hollywood Bowl transforms into the Pride Lands for an immersive concert event. This music event celebrates the franchise's evolution, from the 1994 animated film to the Tony Award-winning musical, and the 2019 and 2024 live-action films, honoring the music and characters that made it a global phenomenon.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical (2021)
The TikTok musical sensation, based on the Disney/Pixar film, comes to delicious life for an unprecedented, community-written, Broadway-caliber, lip-smacking special event to benefit The Actors Fund.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music
Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words (2024)
With unprecedented access to the multi-faceted woman behind the persona, follow Megan Thee Stallion's journey on the road to stardom as she tenaciously navigates fame, grief, pressure and success, This documentary unpacks the Houston native's most vulnerable moments in a powerful way that allows fans to meet the real Megan Pete.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music
Gaga: Five Foot Two (2017)
Follow pop provocateur Lady Gaga as she releases a new album, preps for her Super Bowl halftime show, and confronts physical and emotional struggles.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMickey's 90th Spectacular (2018)
A star-studded lineup of music, film and television stars will join the celebration of Mickey Mouse on Mickey's 90th Spectacular. The two-hour television event honoring 90 years of the internationally beloved character will feature appearances by actress, activist and mom Kristen Bell (Disney's Frozen), actress and Hollywood Records/Republic Records recording artist Sofia Carson (Disney's Descendants, Freeform's upcoming Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists), two-time Emmy® Award-winning actor Tony Hale (Veep, Arrested Development), and actress Sarah Hyland (ABC's Modern Family), as well as special musical performances by Josh Groban, NCT 127, Leslie Odom Jr., Meghan Trainor and Zac Brown Band. Mr. Iger will make a special appearance during the evening's festivities.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary
Hamilton: One Shot to Broadway (2017)
It’s the hit musical that changed Broadway forever and brought the genius of Lin Manuel Miranda to the attention of legions of fans across the world. A story of how a group of mavericks made an unlikely marriage of hip-hop and history to create the biggest show in America…and are getting ready to conquer the world. Featuring interviews with Miranda, as well as the cast and crew of Hamilton.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary
Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026)
Experience the meteoric rise of Oasis through rare footage and untold stories as the band reunites for Oasis Live '25, chronicling their journey from Manchester streets to global rock stardom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJustin Bieber's Believe (2013)
A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music
Popcorn FlickMovies 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 documentary & music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThe 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 & music
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What are the best movies like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special?
The closest matches to High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special are High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special (2020), Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 (2020) and Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special?
People who watched High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special most often go on to High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special (2020), Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 (2020) and Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020).
What is the highest-rated movie like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special?
BLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky (2020), rated 8.2/10 by 535 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special?
Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: The Special?
Yes: High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special (2020), Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 (2020) and Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (2020).
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