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Believer

Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

Believer works as a documentary movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. The film leans hard into its core genre, which is exactly what fans say they wanted more of from blockbusters in that era.

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Runtime 1h 42m · ★ 6.7

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  1. 96match

    1.The Social Dilemma (2020)

    7.4 · Documentary · Drama · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, The Social Dilemma (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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  2. 94match

    2.This Is It (2009)

    7.2 · Music · Documentary · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, This Is It (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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  3. 92match

    3.Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015)

    7.6 · Documentary · 2h

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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  4. 90match

    4.Stop Making Sense (1984)

    8.3 · Documentary · Music · 1h 28m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Stop Making Sense (1984) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    + Save for later
  5. 88match

    5.Glee: The Concert Movie (2011)

    7.3 · Music · Documentary · Family · 1h 24m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Glee: The Concert Movie (2011) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with earned warmth without mush. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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  6. 86match

    6.When You're Strange (2010)

    7.3 · Documentary · Music · 1h 26m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, When You're Strange (2010) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii (1972)

    8.1 · Music · Documentary · 1h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii (1972) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    • YouTube(Buy)
    + Save for later
  8. 82match

    8.Justin Bieber's Believe (2013)

    7.0 · Documentary · Music · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Justin Bieber's Believe (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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  9. 80match

    9.Queen: Days of Our Lives (2011)

    8.1 · Music · Documentary · 2h

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Queen: Days of Our Lives (2011) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    • YouTube(Buy)
    • Fandango At Home(Buy)
    + Save for later
  10. 78match

    10.Gimme Shelter (1970)

    7.3 · Documentary · Music · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Believer clicked for you, Gimme Shelter (1970) is a strong next stop: both trade in documentary, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Criterion Channel
    • Cinemax Amazon Channel
    • Cinemax Apple TV Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
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FAQ

What should I watch after Believer?
Try The Social Dilemma, This Is It, Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief—each shares DNA with Believer while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Believer?
Believer (2017) is best described as Documentary. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Believer worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.7/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this documentary lane.

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