Movies like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul (1991)
The best movies like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul (1991) are Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011), Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Eternal (2011) and The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013). If The Villain Company Wolf's Soul hooked you, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedMillennium Actress (2002)7.9/10 from 1,114 votes
- NewestShadow Master (2022)Released 2022
- In JapaneseKamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011)Also in Japanese
Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011)
While settling into married life with Akiko, Ryu is brought into a case involving a woman named Katsuragi Aoi, a member of a pickpocketing ring with most of her teammates murdered from unknown masked vigilantes that Ryu fought as Accel. As the details of the case begin to unravel, Ryu is framed and Akiko believes that he may not be faithful to her. As the clock ticks down, Ryu must solve the case, clear his name, and save his marriage before everything comes to an explosive end!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Eternal (2011)
Set primarily before the events of Kamen Rider W Forever, Kamen Rider Eternal tells the story of Daido Katsumi, the formation of NEVER, the mission that led them to target Fuuto, and reveals just how Daido obtained his Lost Driver and got his first taste of the power of Kamen Rider Eternal. As a mysterious woman retells this story to Phillip and Shotaro, they realize that Daido may not have been the simple monster he first appeared to be…
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013)
Follows the behind-the-scenes work of Studio Ghibli, focusing on the notable figures Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNever Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010)
For decades, Freddy Krueger has slashed his way through the dreams of countless youngsters, scaring up over half a billion dollars at the box office across eight terrifying, spectacular films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNecessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics (2013)
A documentary detailing the epic Rogues' Gallery of DC Comics from The Joker and Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Darkseid and more, this documentary will explore the Super Villains of DC Comics.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAngel Guts: Red Classroom (1979)
A porn magazine editor stumbles upon an amateur gang rape film and, struck by the girl's acting, decides to find her.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMifune: The Last Samurai (2016)
An account of the life and work of legendary Japanese actor Toshirō Mifune (1920-97), the most prominent actor of the Golden Age of Japanese cinema.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisShowrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show (2014)
“Showrunners” is the first ever feature length documentary film to explore the fascinating world of US television showrunners and the creative forces aligned around them. These are the people responsible for creating, writing and overseeing every element of production on one of the United State’s biggest exports – television drama and comedy series. Often described as the most complex job in the entertainment business, a showrunner is the chief writer / producer on a TV series and, in most instances, the show’s creator. Battling daily between art and commerce, showrunners manage every aspect of a TV show’s development and production: creative, financial and logistical.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisK-20: The Fiend with Twenty Faces (2008)
In an alternate version of 1949 Japan in which World War II never happened, the Japanese capital of Teito is home to both an ultra rich upper class and the dirt poor masses. The city is thrown into a state of panic when a phantom thief called “The Kaijin (Fiend) with 20 Faces” (K-20 for short) begins to use his mysterious abilities to steal from the rich and give to the poor. One day a circus acrobat named Heikichi Endo (Takeshi Kaneshiro) is framed for K-20’s crimes and becomes determined to clear his name. He teams up with K-20’s next target, a wealthy duchess named Yoko Hashiba (Takako Matsu) and her detective fiancé (Toru Nakamura), to take K-20 down once and for all.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisShadow Master (2022)
After being slain by a group of criminals, a man is reborn with animal-like superpowers and makes it his mission to right the wrongs of his city.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisReincarnation (2005)
A Japanese actress begins having strange visions and experiences after landing a role in a horror film about a real-life murder spree that took place over forty years ago.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSpider-Man 2: Making the Amazing (2004)
A comprehensive 12-part documentary on the making of "Spider-Man 2," covering everything from pre-production to premiere.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDoomed! The Untold Story of Roger Corman's The Fantastic Four (2015)
A history of the ill-fated 1994 production of “The Fantastic Four” that was executive produced by Roger Corman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMillennium Actress (2002)
Documentary filmmaker Genya Tachibana has tracked down the legendary actress Chiyoko Fujiwara, who mysteriously vanished at the height of her career. When he presents her with a key she had lost and thought was gone forever, the filmmaker could not have imagined that it would not only unlock the long-held secrets of Chiyoko’s life... but also his own.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisPompo the Cinephile (2021)
Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one B-grade entertainment flick after another that anyone would enjoy. One day, Pompo's "movie buff" assistant Gene spots a new script written by Pompo and is moved by its exquisite story. In a fit of passion, he proclaims, "I want to see this as a finished work in theaters as soon as possible!" However, Pompo tells him, "So you shoot this film." Thus, Gene takes on his first directing gig. Meanwhile, Natalie, an ordinary girl who just arrived in town with movie actress dreams, has been discovered by Pompo...
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisObi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)
This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNinja Terminator (1986)
The hunt is on to gain the fabulous super-strength of ninja sorcery, after three top students of the Ninja Empire each steals one of the sections of the Golden Ninja Warrior statuette. On the case is interpol agent, Jaguar Wong, who must make sure that whoever re-unites the pieces uses the power for doing good not evil. A Hong Kong cut and paste edit of the 1984 Korean Film "스타페리의 不請客" (Uninvited Guest of The Star Ferry) with new ninja scenes.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDC Super Hero Girls: Hero of the Year (2016)
Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Batgirl, Harley Quinn, Bumblebee, Poison Ivy and Katana band together to navigate the twists and turns of high school in DC Super Hero Girls: Hero of the Year.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
SnoozefestMovies like thisMaking 'The Shining' (1980)
Directed and edited by Stanley Kubrick's daughter Vivian Kubrick, this film offers a look behind the scenes during the making of The Shining.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCrayon Shinchan the Movie: The Legend Called: Dance! Amigo! (2006)
Something sinister's afoot in Kasukabe. Shin-chan doesn't know what it is, but he's pretty sure it involves samba-dancing doppelgängers.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBurning Dog (1991)
A gang of thieves plot to rob a US military base in Okinawa, but rising tensions in the group threaten to put the plan in jeopardy.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
STREET KIDS: Bousou Gishiki (1992)
The life of a young man who aspires to be in the judicial power begins to decline when he gets involved with street kids
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Execution In Daytime (1992)
A former detective vows revenge on those who caused his daughter's suicide
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Undead Cemetery (2014)
Eisuke Kasahara (47 years old), the director of surgery at Eiai University Hospital, is affectionate with his flashy wife Lisa (35 years old), who does not do housework for Roku, and asks a detective agency to investigate and discovers that Lisa is having an affair with her host. Eisuke tried to pressure Lisa for a divorce by confronting her with photographic evidence and an investigation report. However, on the contrary, Lisa confronts her with the results of an investigation that Eisuke is having an affair with Aki Nogami, a 24-year-old beautiful nurse. "I'm a generous wife, so I don't make a fuss about my husband's infidelity, and of course I don't want to divorce him. However, if you really want to break up, I'll get plenty of alimony," Eisuke, who was threatened by Lisa, unilaterally says goodbye to Aki and chooses the path of remarriage with Lisa. But from here, Eisuke's real shambles awaited...
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending - Kamen Rider Brave & Snipe (2018)
First installment of the V-Cinema Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending will focus on the characters of Hiiro Kagami (Kamen Rider Brave) and Taiga Hanaya (Kamen Rider Snipe). Saki, who is supposed to have disappeared, shows up and Hiiro is concerned. However, Lovelica was behind her reappearance and he is controlling her! Also, Luke Kidman, a mysterious American who is fond of Nico appears at Taiga’s hospital. However, he starts showing Lovelica’s Game Disease symptoms in front of Taiga, he didn't know that Lovelica is revived after he was killed by Cronus. The destiny of both heroes is put in jeopardy by the worst game plot ever. And God Kuroto Dan, lurking in the shadows has plans of his own…
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending - Kamen Rider Para-DX with Poppy (2018)
Second installment of the V-Cinema Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending will focus on the characters of Parado (Kamen Rider Para-DX) and Poppy Pipopapo (Kamen Rider Poppy). Saiko Yaotome is a doctor dedicated to recovery treatments and heads “Let's Make Bugsters”, a new training game created for the recovery of people that disappeared. The test run has Emu raising Parado and Saiko raising Poppy. There is something different about the Parado in the game, though. The “real” Parado has been trapped and he faces his mysterious double, with the strength of the bond with Emu.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending - Kamen Rider Genm VS Lazer (2018)
Final installment of the V-Cinema Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Trilogy: Another Ending will focus on the characters of Kuroto Dan (Kamen Rider Genm) and Kiriya Kujo (Kamen Rider Lazer). Genm has awoken! Kuroto Dan has obtained the God Maximum Mighty X and the world falls into the chaos that is Zombie Chronicle. Kiriya has found the key to face the power that not even Muteki can overcome and after receiving a certain message from Masamune, he faces Genm. What will become of these two and of the world?
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Carlos (1991)
V-cinema classic about a wanted Brazilian Japanese gangster who flees to Tokyo and fights yakuza.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Shin Mahjong Demon 5: Shinjuku Mahjong Showdown (2000)
He who conquers Kabukicho conquers the nation! This thrilling mahjong film faithfully recreates the atmosphere of a mahjong tournament held in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district during the 1970s, known as the golden age of mahjong. Who will be able to stop the legendary mahjong master, Shoichi Sakurai, from achieving a third consecutive victory...? The curtain rises on a fierce battle for pride between these men!
Why it matches: Similar story and style
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul?
The closest matches to The Villain Company Wolf's Soul are Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011), Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Eternal (2011) and The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after The Villain Company Wolf's Soul?
Start with Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011), the closest match to The Villain Company Wolf's Soul.
What is the highest-rated movie like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul?
Millennium Actress (2002), rated 7.9/10 by 1,114 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul?
Shadow Master (2022) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Japanese movies like The Villain Company Wolf's Soul?
Yes: Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel (2011), Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Eternal (2011) and The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013).
How are movies similar to The Villain Company Wolf's Soul chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Villain Company Wolf's Soul, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.