What should I watch after The Little Death?

Try Shortbus, Hello, My Name Is Doris, My Awkward Sexual Adventure—each shares DNA with The Little Death while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.

What genre is The Little Death?

The Little Death (2014) is best described as Drama, Comedy, Romance. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.

Is The Little Death 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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Why people love it

People revisit The Little Death for the same reason it broke through in 2014: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a comedy rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Josh Lawson keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The drama 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 36m · ★ 6.7

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1.Shortbus (2006)
★ 6.2 · Romance · Drama · Comedy · 1h 41m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Shortbus (2006) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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.Hello, My Name Is Doris (2015)
★ 6.4 · Comedy · Drama · Romance · 1h 35m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Hello, My Name Is Doris (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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.My Awkward Sexual Adventure (2012)
★ 6.8 · Comedy · Romance · Drama · 1h 38m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, My Awkward Sexual Adventure (2012) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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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4.Fifty Shades Freed (2018)
★ 6.7 · Drama · Romance · 1h 45m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Fifty Shades Freed (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama and romance, 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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5.Fifty Shades Darker (2017)
★ 6.5 · Drama · Romance · 1h 58m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Fifty Shades Darker (2017) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama and romance, 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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6.The Dreamers (2003)
★ 7.2 · Drama · Romance · 1h 55m
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If The Little Death clicked for you, The Dreamers (2003) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama and romance, 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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7.The Piano Teacher (2001)
★ 7.3 · Drama · Romance · 2h 11m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, The Piano Teacher (2001) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama and romance, 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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8.Private Parts (1997)
★ 6.5 · Comedy · Drama · 1h 49m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Private Parts (1997) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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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9.The Duke of Burgundy (2015)
★ 6.3 · Drama · Mystery · Romance · 1h 44m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, The Duke of Burgundy (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama and romance, 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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10.Almost Friends (2017)
★ 6.3 · Drama · Comedy · 1h 45m
Why you'll love it
If The Little Death clicked for you, Almost Friends (2017) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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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FAQ

What should I watch after The Little Death?: Try Shortbus, Hello, My Name Is Doris, My Awkward Sexual Adventure—each shares DNA with The Little Death while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Little Death?: The Little Death (2014) is best described as Drama, Comedy, Romance. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Little Death 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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6.The Dreamers (2003)

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