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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.

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Why people love it

Popeye works as a action 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 action and adventure blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 54m · ★ 5.5

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  1. 96match

    1.LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League (2015)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Adventure · Animation · 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and adventure, 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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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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  2. 94match

    2.LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League - Attack of the Legion of Doom! (2015)

    ★ 6.6 · Animation · Action · Adventure · 1h 17m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League - Attack of the Legion of Doom! (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and adventure, 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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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  3. 92match

    3.The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020)

    ★ 7.4 · Family · Comedy · Adventure · 1h 35m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    + Save for later
  4. 90match

    4.Storks (2016)

    ★ 6.7 · Adventure · Animation · Comedy · 1h 27m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Storks (2016) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  5. 88match

    5.Mulan II (2004)

    ★ 6.5 · Animation · Comedy · Family · 1h 19m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Mulan II (2004) 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.

    Watch on

    • Disney Plus
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  6. 86match

    6.The Spy Next Door (2010)

    ★ 5.9 · Action · Comedy · Family · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, The Spy Next Door (2010) 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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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Pets United (2019)

    ★ 5.9 · Animation · Family · Adventure · 1h 29m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Pets United (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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  8. 82match

    8.Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo (2004)

    ★ 6.7 · Adventure · Animation · Comedy · 1h 5m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo (2004) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Disney Plus
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  9. 80match

    9.Duck Duck Goose (2018)

    ★ 6.2 · Animation · Family · Adventure · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Duck Duck Goose (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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  10. 78match

    10.Plankton: The Movie (2025)

    ★ 6.7 · Family · Comedy · Adventure · 1h 23m

    Why you'll love it

    If Popeye clicked for you, Plankton: The Movie (2025) is a strong next stop: both trade in adventure 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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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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FAQ

What should I watch after Popeye?
Try LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League, LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League - Attack of the Legion of Doom!, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run—each shares DNA with Popeye while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Popeye?
Popeye (1980) is best described as Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Popeye worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 5.5/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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