1. Cast Away
#256 most popular movie yesterdayThough not about a pilot, Cast Away, also starring Tom Hanks, is a gripping story of survival after a plane crash, focusing on the psychological and emotional strain of being stranded, echoing the intense human drama seen in Flight.
6 movies like Cast Away...2. The Aviator
#1,080 most popular movie yesterdayThe Aviator is a biopic of Howard Hughes, the aviation pioneer and director. Fans of Flight may appreciate this film's exploration of the human side of aviation, Hughes' struggles with mental health, and his passion for flying.
7 movies like The Aviator...3. Sully
#1,234 most popular movie yesterdaySully, starring Tom Hanks as Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, depicts the true story of the Miracle on the Hudson. This film captures the intense drama and scrutiny of a pilot's split-second decision under duress, much like Flight.
5 movies like Sully...4. Alive
#2,177 most popular movie yesterdayAlive is the survival story of a Uruguayan rugby team whose plane crashes in the Andes. Its themes of resilience and the human spirit's response to a catastrophic event are reminiscent of those explored in Flight.
5 movies like Alive...5. Flightplan
#2,473 most popular movie yesterdayIn Flightplan, Jodie Foster plays a woman whose daughter disappears midflight, leading to a high-stakes search and conspiracy thousands of feet in the air, offering the same thriller elements grounded in an aviation setting that viewers of Flight may enjoy.
7 movies like Flightplan...6. United 93
#3,174 most popular movie yesterdayUnited 93 recounts the real-life hijacking of United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. Its focus on heroism and tragedy in the face of a doomed flight will resonate with viewers who appreciated Flight's intense storytelling.
6 movies like United 93...7. Passenger 57
#3,663 most popular movie yesterdayPassenger 57 stars Wesley Snipes in an action-packed tale of an airline security expert who must thwart a terrorist attack aboard a passenger plane. Like Flight, the movie offers suspense and intense aerial moments, but with a focus on action.
8 movies like Passenger 57...8. Fearless
#4,258 most popular movie yesterdayFearless explores the aftermath of a plane crash and its impact on a survivor played by Jeff Bridges, delving into themes of trauma and existentialism, akin to the emotional and psychological depth presented in Flight.
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Popularity data updated on October 31, 2024
Movies like Flight (2012)
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