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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

Small Things Like These (2024) stuck because it commits to its drama premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Tim Mielants's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. 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 39m · ★ 6.7

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  1. 96match

    1.Brooklyn (2015)

    ★ 7.3 · Romance · Drama · History · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Brooklyn (2015) 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.

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  2. 94match

    2.The Choice (2016)

    ★ 7.2 · Drama · Romance · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, The Choice (2016) 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.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Peacock Premium
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  3. 92match

    3.It Ends with Us (2024)

    ★ 6.9 · Drama · Romance · 2h 11m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, It Ends with Us (2024) 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.

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    • Netflix
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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  4. 90match

    4.Philomena (2013)

    ★ 7.3 · Drama · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Philomena (2013) 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
    • Britbox Apple TV Channel
    • Curiosity Stream
    • CuriosityStream Apple TV Channel
    • CuriosityStream Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.Jane Eyre (2011)

    ★ 7.2 · Drama · Romance · 2h

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Jane Eyre (2011) 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.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  6. 86match

    6.October Sky (1999)

    ★ 7.7 · Drama · History · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, October Sky (1999) 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)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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  7. 84match

    7.Labor Day (2013)

    ★ 7.0 · Drama · Romance · Thriller · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Labor Day (2013) 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.

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    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
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    8.Train Dreams (2025)

    ★ 7.3 · Drama · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Train Dreams (2025) 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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    9.Love Story (1970)

    ★ 6.8 · Romance · Drama · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Love Story (1970) 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.

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    • fuboTV
    • MGM Plus
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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  10. 78match

    10.Our Souls at Night (2017)

    ★ 6.7 · Romance · Drama · 1h 41m

    Why you'll love it

    If Small Things Like These clicked for you, Our Souls at Night (2017) 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.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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FAQ

What should I watch after Small Things Like These?
Try Brooklyn, The Choice, It Ends with Us—each shares DNA with Small Things Like These while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Small Things Like These?
Small Things Like These (2024) is best described as Drama. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Small Things Like These worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.7/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this drama lane.

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