What should I watch after Pixels?

Try Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze, Ready Player One—each shares DNA with Pixels while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.

What genre is Pixels?

Pixels (2015) is best described as Action, Comedy, Science Fiction. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.

Is Pixels worth revisiting?

Viewer scores sit around 5.8/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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

Why people love it

People revisit Pixels for the same reason it broke through in 2015: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a comedy rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Chris Columbus keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The action and comedy blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 46m · ★ 5.8

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1.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)
★ 6.7 · Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 1h 33m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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2.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991)
★ 6.2 · Science Fiction · Adventure · Action · 1h 28m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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3.Ready Player One (2018)
★ 7.6 · Adventure · Action · Science Fiction · 2h 20m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Ready Player One (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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4.Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
★ 6.8 · Adventure · Comedy · Fantasy · 1h 59m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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5.The Incredible Hulk (2008)
★ 6.2 · Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 1h 54m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, The Incredible Hulk (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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6.Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
★ 6.3 · Adventure · Action · Science Fiction · 2h 22m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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7.Independence Day (1996)
★ 6.9 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 2h 25m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Independence Day (1996) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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8.Alita: Battle Angel (2019)
★ 7.2 · Action · Science Fiction · Adventure · 2h 2m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Alita: Battle Angel (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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9.9 (2009)
★ 6.9 · Action · Adventure · Animation · 1h 19m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, 9 (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and science fiction, 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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10.Meet the Robinsons (2007)
★ 6.9 · Animation · Comedy · Family · 1h 35m
Why you'll love it
If Pixels clicked for you, Meet the Robinsons (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and science fiction, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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FAQ

What should I watch after Pixels?: Try Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze, Ready Player One—each shares DNA with Pixels while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Pixels?: Pixels (2015) is best described as Action, Comedy, Science Fiction. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Pixels worth revisiting?: Viewer scores sit around 5.8/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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1.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)

2.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991)

3.Ready Player One (2018)

4.Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)

5.The Incredible Hulk (2008)

6.Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)

7.Independence Day (1996)

8.Alita: Battle Angel (2019)

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10.Meet the Robinsons (2007)

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