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Movies like The Dance Project (2005)

The best movies like The Dance Project (2005) are Fuck (2006), Test (2013) and Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026). If The Dance Project hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. 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

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  2. Test (2013)

    San Francisco, 1985. Two opposites attract at a modern dance company. Together, their courage and resilience are tested as they navigate a world full of risks and promise, against the backdrop of a disease no one seems to know anything about.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. 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

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  4. Becoming (2020)

    Join former first lady Michelle Obama in an intimate documentary looking at her life, hopes and connection with others as she tours with "Becoming."

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. Happy-Go-Lucky (2008)

    A look at a few chapters in the life of Poppy, a cheery, colorful, North London schoolteacher whose optimism tends to exasperate those around her.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. 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: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. My Generation (2017)

    The vivid and inspiring story of British film icon Michael Caine's personal journey through 1960s swinging London.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Take the Lead (2006)

    A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance. Based on the story of ballroom dancer, Pierre Dulane.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Make It Happen (2008)

    Embarking on a journey to fulfill her dreams as a dancer, a young girl discovers a new style of dance that will prove to be the source of both conflict and self-discovery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 (2026)

    An inside look at the years of effort and craft that went into the final installment of the Duffer Brothers' generation-defining series.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Avicii: True Stories (2017)

    Documentary about the arena-packing Swedish DJ, chronicling his explosive rise to fame and surprising decision to retire from live performances in 2016.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Step Up (2006)

    Delinquent Tyler Gage receives the opportunity of a lifetime after vandalizing a performing arts school, gaining him the chance to earn a scholarship and dance with up-and-coming dancer Nora.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022)

    After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom. But just as she reaches a new peak, an unexpected turn pulls her into darkness. This uniquely raw and intimate documentary spans her six-year journey into a new light.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Stop Making Sense (1984)

    A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. Frances Ha (2013)

    An aspiring dancer moves to New York City and becomes caught up in a whirlwind of flighty fair-weather friends, diminishing fortunes and career setbacks.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. The Beach Boys (2024)

    A celebration of the legendary band that revolutionized pop music, and the iconic, harmonious sound they created that personified the California dream, captivating fans for generations and generations to come.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. Match (2014)

    A Seattle couple travel to New York to interview colorful former dancer Tobi for research on a dissertation about dance. But soon, common niceties and social graces erode when the questions turn personal and the true nature of the interview is called into question.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  18. 49 Up (2006)

    49 Up is the seventh film in a series of landmark documentaries that began 42 years ago when UK-based Granada's World in Action team, inspired by the Jesuit maxim "Give me the child until he is seven and I will give you the man," interviewed a diverse group of seven-year-old children from all over England, asking them about their lives and their dreams for the future. Michael Apted, a researcher for the original film, has returned to interview the "children" every seven years since, at ages 14, 21, 28, 35, 42 and now again at age 49.In this latest chapter, more life-changing decisions are revealed, more shocking announcements made and more of the original group take part than ever before, speaking out on a variety of subjects including love, marriage, career, class and prejudice.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Olivia Rodrigo: GUTS World Tour (2024)

    At a sold-out concert in her hometown of LA, Olivia Rodrigo pours her heart into an electrifying night of chart-topping hits and pop-rock power ballads.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. God Bless Ozzy Osbourne (2011)

    Featuring never before seen footage uncovered from the archives and interviews with Paul McCartney, Tommy Lee and others, God Bless Ozzy Osbourne is the first documentary to take viewers inside the complex mind of rock's great icon.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like The Dance Project?

The closest matches to The Dance Project are Fuck (2006), Test (2013) and Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after The Dance Project?

Start with Fuck (2006), the closest match to The Dance Project.

What is the highest-rated movie like The Dance Project?

Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022), rated 8.4/10 by 624 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like The Dance Project?

Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like The Dance Project?

Yes: Fuck (2006), Test (2013) and Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger (2026).

How are movies similar to The Dance Project chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Dance Project, 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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