Movies like Idlewild (2006)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like Idlewild, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. Moulin Rouge!

    #332 most popular movie yesterday

    Moulin Rouge! is a fantastical musical drama set in a Parisian nightclub, with a similar emphasis on music and love as Idlewild. Moviegoers will enjoy the lavish production, grand musical numbers, and poignant romance that echo themes found in Idlewild.

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    2. La La Land

    #384 most popular movie yesterday

    La La Land presents a modern take on the classic Hollywood musical, focusing on the passions and struggles of two aspiring artists in love. Though set in contemporary Los Angeles, its bold musical numbers and romantic storyline resonate with the themes of Idlewild.

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    3. Chicago

    #1,336 most popular movie yesterday

    Chicago brings the glitz, glamour, and gritty underbelly of jazz-era Chicago to life with its stunning musical performances and choreography. Lovers of Idlewild's prohibition-era vibe and musical storytelling will revel in this tale of murder, sensationalism, and show business.

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    4. Purple Rain

    #1,726 most popular movie yesterday

    Purple Rain follows the life of a young musician in Minneapolis, showcasing Prince's electrifying performances in a narrative about love and self-discovery. The film's blend of electrifying music and personal drama will appeal to fans of Idlewild's musical journey.

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    5. Ray

    #1,877 most popular movie yesterday

    Ray chronicles the life and career of the legendary soul musician Ray Charles. Viewers enamored with Idlewild's incorporation of music into its narrative will appreciate Ray's deep dive into the triumphs and challenges faced by one of the genre's icons.

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    6. Dreamgirls

    #2,178 most popular movie yesterday

    Dreamgirls offers a captivating glimpse into the rhythm and blues music scene of the 1960s and 1970s, much like Idlewild's rhythmic journey through the Prohibition-era South. Fans of Idlewild's musical drama will find Dreamgirls' story of fame, betrayal, and performance equally enthralling.

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    7. The Cotton Club

    #2,570 most popular movie yesterday

    The Cotton Club, set in Harlem's renowned jazz club of the same name, dives into the lives of the performers and gangsters that frequent the establishment. Idlewild enthusiasts will be drawn to the interconnected stories of music, crime, and love.

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    8. Cadillac Records

    #4,007 most popular movie yesterday

    Cadillac Records explores the dynamic world of Chess Records and its recording artists. Fans of Idlewild will appreciate the film's exploration of music's influence on culture and the personal sagas of the artists who created it.