WatchThis

Movies like

The Experiment

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

The Experiment poster

Why people love it

The Experiment works as a thriller 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 thriller and drama blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

thrillerdramadivisive

Runtime 1h 36m · ★ 6.4

Your 10 recommendations

Filter your results

Mood

Streaming (US)

Era

Showing 10 of 10 picks

  1. 96match

    1.The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015)

    ★ 6.8 · Thriller · Drama · History · 2h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    + Save for later
  2. 94match

    2.Gaslight (1944)

    ★ 7.5 · Thriller · Drama · Mystery · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Gaslight (1944) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel
    • 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
  3. 92match

    3.Intruders (2015)

    ★ 5.9 · Drama · Thriller · Horror · 1h 30m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Intruders (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    • YouTube(Buy)
    + Save for later
  4. 90match

    4.The Hummingbird Project (2019)

    ★ 6.2 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, The Hummingbird Project (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
  5. 88match

    5.Werewolf: The Beast Among Us (2012)

    ★ 5.9 · Drama · Horror · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Werewolf: The Beast Among Us (2012) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • 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
  6. 86match

    6.Rogue Agent (2022)

    ★ 6.3 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 55m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Rogue Agent (2022) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • Philo
    • Sundance Now
    • AcornTV Amazon Channel
    • Acorn TV Apple TV
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.The Good Neighbor (2022)

    ★ 6.5 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 37m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, The Good Neighbor (2022) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
    + Save for later
  8. 82match

    8.Tyler Perry's Duplicity (2025)

    ★ 6.5 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Tyler Perry's Duplicity (2025) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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
    + Save for later
  9. 80match

    9.Road to Paloma (2014)

    ★ 5.9 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Road to Paloma (2014) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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
    • Starz Apple TV Channel
    • Starz Roku Premium Channel
    • Starz
    • Philo
    • Starz Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    + Save for later
  10. 78match

    10.Hellion (2014)

    ★ 5.9 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Experiment clicked for you, Hellion (2014) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Sundance Now
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    + Save for later

FAQ

What should I watch after The Experiment?
Try The Stanford Prison Experiment, Gaslight, Intruders—each shares DNA with The Experiment while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Experiment?
The Experiment (2010) is best described as Thriller, Drama. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Experiment worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.4/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this thriller lane.

Similar vibes

More movie guides

Browse every "movies like" page on the site—including ones still waiting to be indexed.