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Why people love it

Serena works as a drama 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 49m · ★ 5.6

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  1. 96match

    1.The Revenant (2015)

    7.5 · Western · Drama · Adventure · 2h 37m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, The Revenant (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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)
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    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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  2. 94match

    2.True Grit (2010)

    7.3 · Drama · Adventure · Western · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, True Grit (2010) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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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    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  3. 92match

    3.The Village (2004)

    6.5 · Drama · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, The Village (2004) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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)
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  4. 90match

    4.Lawless (2012)

    7.1 · Crime · Drama · Western · 1h 55m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, Lawless (2012) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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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    • fuboTV
    • Curiosity Stream
    • CuriosityStream Apple TV Channel
    • CuriosityStream Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.The Power of the Dog (2021)

    6.7 · Drama · Western · 2h 7m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, The Power of the Dog (2021) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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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  6. 86match

    6.Chicago (2002)

    7.1 · Comedy · Crime · Drama · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, Chicago (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • TCM
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Dogville (2003)

    7.8 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 2h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, Dogville (2003) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • MUBI
    • MUBI Amazon Channel
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  8. 82match

    8.Hostiles (2017)

    6.9 · Drama · Western · History · 2h 14m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, Hostiles (2017) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, 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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    • Starz Apple TV Channel
    • Starz Roku Premium Channel
    • Starz
    • Philo
    • Starz Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  9. 80match

    9.Frida (2002)

    7.4 · Drama · Romance · 2h 3m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, Frida (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • fuboTV
    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    + Save for later
  10. 78match

    10.On the Waterfront (1954)

    7.9 · Crime · Drama · Romance · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If Serena clicked for you, On the Waterfront (1954) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • TCM
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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FAQ

What should I watch after Serena?
Try The Revenant, True Grit, The Village—each shares DNA with Serena while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Serena?
Serena (2014) is best described as Drama. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Serena worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 5.6/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this drama lane.

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