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Movies like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! (2008)

The best movies like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! (2008) are The Cure: Anniversary 1978 - 2018 - (Live In Hyde Park) (2019), Spirits in the Forest (2019) and We Are Twisted Fucking Sister! (2016). If My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! hooked you with its documentary and music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Cure: Anniversary 1978 - 2018 - (Live In Hyde Park) (2019)

    The band’s acclaimed 29-song, 135-minute anniversary concert. Filmed in one of London’s Royal Parks to a crowd of 65,000 fans, The Cure presented a four-decade deep set on July 7, 2018. Adding to the experience, the band is back-dropped by giant screens displaying footage that complements the unique moods and emotive song writing that established The Cure as pioneers of alternative rock.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary

  2. Spirits in the Forest (2019)

    A look at Depeche Mode's final moments of their 2017 Global Spirit Tour, featuring intimate stories from select fans.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary & music

  3. We Are Twisted Fucking Sister! (2016)

    In 1984, American heavy metal band Twisted Sister became a global sensation. For 30 years, they been synonymous with hairspray, women's clothing and tasteless album covers. Until now. Ten years ago, director Andrew Horn was granted access to the archives of Twisted Sister founder Jay French and he explores the decade that preceded their breakthrough.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both music & documentary

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  4. Interior. Leather Bar. (2013)

    Filmmakers James Franco and Travis Mathews re-imagine the lost 40 minutes from "Cruising" as a starting point to a broader exploration of sexual and creative freedom.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both documentary

  5. 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 · both documentary & music

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  6. 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

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  7. Justin 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

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  8. Live Aid (1985)

    Live Aid was held on 13 July 1985, simultaneously in Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, United States. It was one of the largest scale satellite link-ups and television broadcasts of all time: watched live by an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion, across 150 nations. "It's twelve noon in London, seven AM in Philadelphia, and around the world it's time for Live Aid...!"

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & documentary

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  9. Elvis on Tour (1972)

    This documentary captures Elvis Presley on his 1972 American tour and includes rehearsals, interviews, archival television appearances and backstage moments. With Elvis at his most flamboyant, the film features well-known hits and cover songs showcasing his country, gospel and rhythm-and-blues influences.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  10. Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012)

    Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  11. End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones (2003)

    A years-in-the-making documentary on the legendary punk band the Ramones. Through a mixture of archival footage, archival and new interviews with all members of the band's various lineups, and new interviews with a number of their contemporaries, the film traces the peaks and valleys the band experienced over the course of its 20-plus year career before disbanding in 1995.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  12. Western Stars (2019)

    The incomparable Bruce Springsteen performs his critically acclaimed latest album and muses on life, rock, and the American dream, in this intimate and personal concert film co-directed by Thom Zimny and Springsteen himself.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & documentary

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  13. The Last Waltz (1978)

    Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, and other rock legends.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  14. One Direction: This Is Us (2013)

    "One Direction: This Is Us" is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  15. The Stone Roses: Made of Stone (2013)

    A documentary about the English alternative rock band, The Stone Roses. Meadows interweaves archive film, intimate behind-the-scenes footage and never-before-seen material, delivering the definitive account of the band and their music. He was also granted unprecedented access to their rehearsals for the summer 2012 Manchester concerts. A momentous occasion in modern music, these were the first gigs performed by The Stone Roses in 16 years.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  16. 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 · both music & documentary

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  17. Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007)

    An intimate and moving meditation on the late musician and artist Kurt Cobain, based on more than 25 hours of previously unheard audiotaped interviews conducted with Cobain by noted music journalist Michael Azerrad for his book "Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana." In the film, Kurt Cobain recounts his own life - from his childhood and adolescence to his days of musical discovery and later dealings with explosive fame - and offers often piercing insights into his life, music, and times. The conversations heard in the film have never before been made public, and they reveal a highly personal portrait of an artist much discussed but not particularly well understood.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  18. 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 · both documentary & music

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  19. Elvis: That's the Way It Is (1970)

    On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  20. Thriller 40 (2023)

    Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to the making of a pop masterpiece, featuring never-before-seen footage and candid interviews.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  21. David Byrne's American Utopia (2020)

    A filmed version of David Byrne's Broadway show, a unifying musical celebration that inspires audiences to connect to each other and to the global community.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & documentary

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  22. Adele One Night Only (2021)

    A primetime special with performances from the superstar including Adele’s first new material in six years plus her chart-topping hits. The special will also feature an exclusive interview with Adele by Oprah Winfrey from her rose garden, in Adele’s first televised wide-ranging conversation.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & documentary

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  23. Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles (2021)

    Fresh off the heels of her brand-new album, "Happier Than Ever," this cinematic concert experience features an intimate performance of every song in the album's sequential order – for the first and only time – from the stage of the legendary Hollywood Bowl.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & documentary

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  24. 20 Feet from Stardom (2013)

    Backup singers live in a world that lies just beyond the spotlight. Their voices bring harmony to the biggest bands in popular music, but we've had no idea who these singers are or what lives they lead, until now.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & music

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  25. Ben Folds Five: Live from the Warfield (2013)

    Piano-based trio Ben Folds Five perform.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music & documentary

  26. Viva I Romantici: Il Sogno (2011)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music & documentary

  27. Loving forever (2026)

    Edoardo Iaschi (known as Eddie Brock) is an Italian indie singer born and raised in Rome. When his song “Non è mica te” unexpectedly goes viral on TikTok, Edo is thrust into the spotlight and forced to confront the realities of adulthood, fame, and a world far bigger than he ever imagined…

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music & documentary

  28. A Movie About Movies of White City (2024)

    Short documentary about movies locations from Yugoslavian movies and how they look nowadays.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Amazing! Exploring the Far Reaches of Forbidden Planet (2006)

    Documentary film exploring the making, and legacy of 'Forbidden Planet'

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. LIVE 2017 Walküre ga Tomaranai at Yokohama Arena (2017)

    DVD/Blu-ray release of the second live "Walküre ga Tomaranai" by Macross Δ Tactical Sound Unit Walküre held at Yokohama Arena on January 29, 2017.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music

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What are the best movies like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!?

The closest matches to My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! are The Cure: Anniversary 1978 - 2018 - (Live In Hyde Park) (2019), Spirits in the Forest (2019) and We Are Twisted Fucking Sister! (2016). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!?

People who watched My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! most often go on to The Cure: Anniversary 1978 - 2018 - (Live In Hyde Park) (2019), Spirits in the Forest (2019) and We Are Twisted Fucking Sister! (2016).

What is the highest-rated movie like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!?

Stop Making Sense (1984), rated 8.4/10 by 407 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!?

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

Are there English movies like My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!?

Yes: The Cure: Anniversary 1978 - 2018 - (Live In Hyde Park) (2019), Spirits in the Forest (2019) and We Are Twisted Fucking Sister! (2016).

How are movies similar to My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead! chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside My Chemical Romance: The Black Parade Is Dead!, 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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