Movies like Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48 (2015)
The best movies like Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48 (2015) are Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018), The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019) and Come See Me in the Good Light (2025). If Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48 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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- NewestA Toxic Love Story (2026)Released 2026
- In JapaneseAKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 1035 2015 (2015)Also in Japanese
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018)
Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)
Go behind the scenes with stars, puppeteers and creators as they bring Jim Henson's magical world of Thra back to life in a sweeping fantasy series.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCome See Me in the Good Light (2025)
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCharlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin (2003)
Brilliant, long in-the-works story of the life and art of the world's greatest comedian and the cinema's first genius, Charlie Chaplin. Produced, written and directed by renowned film critic Richard Schickel.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAvatar: 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Class of ‘92 (2013)
A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisS4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026)
Over 35 years after Bob Lazar's revelations, this documentary exposes secrets of a facility the government still denies. Featuring Lazar's testimony, recreations, and new evidence, it reopens a case that continues to spark global curiosity
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like this42 Up (1999)
Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMy Mom Jayne (2025)
Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayne Mansfield, an extraordinary and complex woman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like this35 Up (1991)
Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Curse of the Dragon (1993)
A 1993 documentary film about Bruce Lee. The film includes interviews from some of his fellow students and opponents who worked alongside him in his movies.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAs 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDirected by John Ford (1971)
A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMemories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes (2021)
Serial killer Dennis Nilsen narrates his life and horrific crimes via a series of chilling audiotapes recorded from his jail cell.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGilbert (2017)
The life and career of one of comedy's most inimitable modern voices, Mr. Gilbert Gottfried.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNo Half Measures: Creating the Final Season of Breaking Bad (2013)
A documentary about the making of season five of the acclaimed AMC series Breaking Bad.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisA 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
Popcorn FlickMovies like this21 Up (1977)
After another 7 year wait, director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born children from Seven Up! and 7 Plus Seven. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDangerous Days: Making Blade Runner (2007)
The definitive 3½-hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fiction classic 'Blade Runner', culled from 80 interviews and hours of never-before-seen outtakes and lost footage.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisElstree 1976 (2015)
A documentary about ten very different lives connected by having appeared onscreen wearing masks or helmets in Star Wars.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 1035 2015 (2015)
The AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 1035 2015 (AKB48 リクエストアワー セットリストベスト1035 2015) was held from January 21 to January 25, 2015 at Tokyo Dome City Hall. Fans made their voices heard by voting for their favorite AKB48/SKE48/NMB48/HKT48/SDN48/JKT48/SNH48 original songs, also including songs from solo and sub-units singles.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
AKB48 Group Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2019 (2019)
AKB48 Group Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2019 is AKB48's 13th Request Hour. A voting ticket was included in NO WAY MAN.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
TJPW Yuki Arai's Final Two-Way Challenge ~Go for the Victory!!~ (2025)
Yuki Arai's Final Two-Way Challenge ~Go for the Victory!!~ was a professional wrestling event promoted by Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling (TJPW), held on March 29, 2025 at Chunichi Hall in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. It was the first show of a two-part event commemorating TJPW star Yuki Arai's graduation from the SKE48 idol group.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
TJPW/SKE48 Yuki Arai Graduation LIVE ~Go for the Dream!!~ (2025)
SKE48 Yuki Arai Graduation LIVE ~Go for the Dream!!~ was a professional wrestling and music concert event promoted by Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling (TJPW), held on March 30, 2025 at Chunichi Hall in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan, and aired as a pay-per-view (PPV) on the Wrestle Universe service. It was the second show of a two-part event commemorating TJPW star Yuki Arai's graduation from the SKE48 idol group, featuring three wrestling matches and closing out with a full SKE48 concert (Arai's last), which was exclusive to the live PPV feed of the event and not included in VOD replays.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
「見逃した君たちへ」チームB 3rd Stage「パジャマドライブ」公演 (2011)
Why it matches: Similar story and style
「見逃した君たちへ」チームS 2nd Stage「手をつなぎながら」公演 (2011)
Why it matches: Similar story and style
AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2009 (2009)
The AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2009 (AKB48 リクエストアワー セットリストベスト100 2009) was held from January 18 to January 21, 2009 at Shibuya AX. Fans made their voices heard by voting for their favorite AKB48/SKE48 original songs.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2010 (2010)
The AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2010 (AKB48 リクエストアワー セットリストベスト100 2010) was held from January 21 to January 24, 2010 at Shibuya AX. Fans made their voices heard by voting for their favorite AKB48/SKE48/SDN48 original songs.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2011 (2011)
AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2011 is AKB48's 4th Request Hour. A voting ticket was included in Beginner's limited edition. All songs out at the time of voting were available to vote, with the exception of the medleys in A3 and K3, Sakura no Hanabiratachi 2008, the Baby! Baby! Baby! remixes, AKB's cover of Idoling!!!'s Moteki no Uta, Ganbare!, 3seconds, Love Wars, and Stargazer.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2013 (2013)
The AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2013 (AKB48 リクエストアワー セットリストベスト100 2013) was held from January 24 to January 27, 2013 at Tokyo Dome City Hall. Fans made their voices heard by voting for their favorite AKB48/SKE48/NMB48/HKT48/SDN48 original songs.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
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What are the best movies like Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48?
The closest matches to Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48 are Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018), The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019) and Come See Me in the Good Light (2025). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48?
Start with Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018), the closest match to Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48.
What is the newest movie like Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48?
A Toxic Love Story (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Japanese movies like Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48?
Yes: AKB48 Request Hour Setlist Best 1035 2015 (2015), AKB48 Group Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2019 (2019) and TJPW Yuki Arai's Final Two-Way Challenge ~Go for the Victory!!~ (2025).
How are movies similar to Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48 chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Idols' Tears: Documentary of SKE48, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.