Movies like I'll Fly Away (2002)
The best movies like I'll Fly Away (2002) are Tender Mercies (1983), Praise This (2023) and The Fighting Temptations (2003). If I'll Fly Away 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 ratedTaylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018)8.2/10 from 442 votes
- NewestA Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025)Released 2025
Tender Mercies (1983)
Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPraise This (2023)
When aspiring musical superstar Sam is forced to join her cousin's struggling, underdog praise team in the lead-up to a national championship competition, she sees an opportunity to finally make her dreams come true.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Fighting Temptations (2003)
Darrin Hill, a slick-talking but down-on- his-luck NYC advertising exec, returns to his hometown in Georgia to claim the inheritance his aunt left him. But before Darrin can collect the money, he must fulfill his aunt's final wish -- to create a local choir.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisHit Man Returns - David Foster & Friends (2011)
Hitman Returns was filmed before a sold out crowd last year at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The lineup of talent, lead by Foster as maestro of ceremonies, includes performances by Seal, Donna Summer, Martina McBride, Earth, Wind & Fire, Natalie Cole, Ruben Studdard, All-4-One,'Glee' star Charice, Chaka Khan, Jackie Evancho, Lara Fabian and other artists whose careers have been touched by Foster, a 15-time Grammy winning producer and songwriter.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisStep Up All In (2014)
All-stars from previous installments convene in glittering Las Vegas, battling for a victory that could define their dreams and their careers.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGoing My Way (1944)
Youthful Father Chuck O'Malley led a colorful life of sports, song, and romance before joining the Roman Catholic clergy. After being appointed to a run-down New York parish, O'Malley's worldly knowledge helps him connect with a gang of boys looking for direction, eventually winning over the aging, conventional Parish priest.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBuena Vista Social Club (1999)
In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their native city of Havana. The result is a spectacular compilation of concert footage from the group's gigs in Amsterdam and New York City's famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music -- but also the musicians' life stories.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBack to Black (2024)
The extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse’s early rise to fame from her early days in Camden through the making of her groundbreaking album, Back to Black that catapulted Winehouse to global fame. Told through Amy’s eyes and inspired by her deeply personal lyrics, the film explores and embraces the many layers of the iconic artist and the tumultuous love story at the center of one of the most legendary albums of all time.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTaylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018)
Taylor Swift takes the stage in Dallas for the Reputation Stadium Tour and celebrates a monumental night of music, memories and visual magic.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisForever My Girl (2018)
Years after leaving his fiancée at the altar to pursue fame and fortune, country music star Liam Page returns home hoping to win her back.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTom Sawyer (1973)
Tom Sawyer and his pal Huckleberry Finn have great adventures on the Mississippi River, pretending to be pirates, attending their own funeral, and witnessing a murder.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special (2020)
Faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows there's only one person who can save the day: Santa's great friend Mariah Carey. The Queen of Christmas creates a fabulous and star-studded spectacular to make the whole world merry!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLeningrad Cowboys Meet Moses (1994)
After years of fame and misfortune in Mexico, the members of the Leningrad Cowboys decide to return to their native village. Their former manager Vladimir, who now calls himself Moses lead them on their way home.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisI Still Believe (2020)
The true-life story of Christian music star Jeremy Camp and his journey of love and loss that looks to prove there is always hope.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisArlo the Alligator Boy (2021)
Upon learning that he is from New York City, a wide-eyed boy, who is half human and half alligator, decides to leave his sheltered life in the swamp and search for his long lost father. A musical adventure.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDolly Parton's Christmas on the Square (2020)
A rich and nasty woman returns to her hometown to evict everyone but discovers the true meaning of Christmas thanks to the local townsfolk – and an actual angel. Features 14 original songs with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisA Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025)
Kevin, Nick, and Joe Jonas face a series of escalating obstacles as they struggle to make it from London to New York in time to spend Christmas with their families.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrue Stories (1986)
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrolls World Tour (2020)
Queen Poppy and Branch make a surprising discovery — there are other Troll worlds beyond their own, and their distinct differences create big clashes between these various tribes. When a mysterious threat puts all of the Trolls across the land in danger, Poppy, Branch, and their band of friends must embark on an epic quest to create harmony among the feuding Trolls to unite them against certain doom.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCabin in the Sky (1943)
When compulsive gambler Little Joe Jackson dies in a drunken fight, he awakens in purgatory, where he learns that he will be sent back to Earth for six months to prove that he deserves to be in heaven. He awakens, remembering nothing and struggles to do right by his devout wife, Petunia, while an angel known as the General and the devil's son, Lucifer Jr., fight for his soul.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisI Do Believe (2002)
Gaither Vocal Band - Live In Concert in New Orleans. The Gaither Vocal Band Performs Live in New Orleans, LA. Bill Gaither, Mark Lowry, Guy Penrod, David Phelps, and friend of the GVB sing southern gospel songs and reminisce
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
a-ha: Live at Vallhall - Homecoming (2001)
a-ha Live at Vallhall – Homecoming/Grimstad Benefit Concert is a live concert DVD/live album released in 2002 by Norwegian band A-ha of the concert in Vallhall on March 24, 2001. 1."Minor Earth Major Sky" 2."The Sun Never Shone That Day" 3."Little Black Heart" 4."I've Been Losing You" 5."Manhattan Skyline" 6."Thought That It Was You" 7."I Wish I Cared" 8."Cry Wolf" 9."Mary Ellen Makes the Moment" 10."Stay On These Roads" 11."Early Morning" 12."You'll Never Get Over Me" 13."Velvet" 14."The Sun Always Shines On TV" 15."The Living Daylights" 16."Hunting High and Low" 17."Summer Moved On" 18."Crying in the Rain" 19."Take On Me"
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Gaither Vocal Band: Reunion Volume 2 (2009)
The Gaither Vocal Band Reunion: Volume 2 offers a rare look at the group's journey as you've never heard it before. Featuring more than 100 minutes of historical moments and Vocal Band favorites sung by the finest male voices in the world, this unprecedented musical event captures the spirit of the Gaither Vocal Band with authenticity and class.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
A Gospel Journey (2009)
A Gospel Journey is a live DVD released by the country/gospel group The Oak Ridge Boys consisting of live performance of various gospel-themed songs from their recording catalog over the years, as well as historical footage and interviews with the group.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Canadian Homecoming (2006)
Join Bill and Gloria Gaither and their Homecoming Friends as they travel north to Toronto for a Canadian Homecoming. You'll love this toe-tapping, uplifting and exciting concert-in-the-round experience, taped before a sold-out audience in Toronto's Air Canada Centre!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Homecoming Picnic (2008)
Award-winning Southern gospel performers Bill and Gloria Gaither welcome friends to a picnic in this installment of their ongoing Homecoming series. Friendly conversation, games and, of course, plenty of music are all part of the fun. Nineteen songs include "Farther Along," "I Heard It First on the Radio," "What a Day That Will Be" and "He Pilots My Ship." Guests include Michael English, TaRanda Greene, the Booth Brothers, Jim Hill and more.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
The Best Of Ivan Parker (2007)
Ivan Parker is among the best-loved artists in gospel music. His contagious warmth and genuine love for gospel music gives every song he sings a unique personal touch that's all his own. Now, through this rare video experience hosted by Bill Gaither, Ivan's greatest performances from the Homecoming video series are mingled with never-before-seen footage, family photos and intimate conversations with Ivan about life, music and his enduring faith. The Best Of Ivan Parker features the songs you love to hear him sing and the reasons why he sings them, creating a keepsake that gospel music lovers will cherish for many years to come. Includes: When I Get Carried Away Love Is Like A River Midnight Cry In The Garden Rise Again Our Debts Will Be Paid The Statue Of Liberty My Journey To The Sky I Can Only Imagine God Bless The USA Canaanland Is Just In Sight And many more!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Lil Gaither: I'll Fly Away (2007)
1. I'll Fly Away 2. I wonder How It Felt 3. Can't Stop Talkin' 4. Pirate Mode 5. I've Got that Old Time Religion in My Heart 6. I'm Trying To Get Something Goin' 7. When the Saints Go Marching In 8. The Old Landmark
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Israel Homecoming (2005)
In an historic first for Bill and Gloria Gaither and their Homecoming Friends, Jerusalem -- the Holy City of God -- plays host for a moving videotaped visit to the cradle of Christianity. The concert was staged in David's Citadel, part of the original city of Jerusalem, and one of the most unique and sacred venues in the world. The entire countryside where Jesus lived, walked and died is showcased with stirring performances at the Garden Tomb, the Southern Steps and the Jordan River.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
David Phelps: Classic (2012)
David Phelps: Classic features this award-winning tenor at his very finest, taking listeners on a musical journey of David's life and his influences. Through live concert footage and interviews with David Phelps and Bill Gaither, this world-class musician brings his one-of-a-kind interpretation to a variety of classical selections, beloved hymns and inspirational favorites.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like I'll Fly Away?
The closest matches to I'll Fly Away are Tender Mercies (1983), Praise This (2023) and The Fighting Temptations (2003). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after I'll Fly Away?
Start with Tender Mercies (1983), the closest match to I'll Fly Away.
What is the highest-rated movie like I'll Fly Away?
Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour (2018), rated 8.2/10 by 442 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like I'll Fly Away?
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like I'll Fly Away?
Yes: Tender Mercies (1983), Praise This (2023) and The Fighting Temptations (2003).
How are movies similar to I'll Fly Away chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside I'll Fly Away, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.