Movies like Racing with the Moon (1984)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like Racing with the Moon, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. Stand by Me

    #201 most popular movie yesterday

    This film adaptation of Stephen King's 'The Body' is about four young friends who go on a journey to find a dead body. Similar to Racing with the Moon, Stand by Me beautifully explores the themes of friendship and the transition from youth to adulthood.

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    2. Dead Poets Society

    #276 most popular movie yesterday

    Set in an elite boarding school, this drama deals with the inspiration a new English teacher brings to his conventional students. Fans of Racing with the Moon will enjoy the themes of youthful rebellion and self-discovery found in Dead Poets Society.

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    3. The Outsiders

    #352 most popular movie yesterday

    A coming-of-age drama set in the 1960s that digs deep into the lives of a group of teenage friends in a small town. If you're captivated by the youthful spirit and the portrayal of friendship in Racing with the Moon, The Outsiders will resonate with you.

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    4. Dirty Dancing

    #940 most popular movie yesterday

    Set in the early 1960s, Dirty Dancing is a romantic drama about a young woman's coming of age through her relationship with a dance instructor. The film's period setting and exploration of forbidden love and personal growth echo Racing with the Moon.

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    5. Mystic Pizza

    #1,697 most popular movie yesterday

    A slice-of-life story that explores the loves and lives of three young waitresses. If Racing with the Moon captured your heart with its small-town charm and end-of-innocence narrative, Mystic Pizza is likely to be a perfect match.

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    6. A River Runs Through It

    #2,396 most popular movie yesterday

    Set in Montana in the 1920s, this film centers around two brothers and their stern minister father. A River Runs Through It shares with Racing with the Moon a nostalgic look at youth and the complexities of family and personal growth.

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    7. Empire Records

    #2,985 most popular movie yesterday

    Although set in a different era (the 1990s), Empire Records captures the essence of youth, camaraderie, and the challenges faced while on the cusp of adulthood. Its ensemble cast and character-driven storyline will appeal to those who appreciate Racing with the Moon.

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    8. The Flamingo Kid

    #5,754 most popular movie yesterday

    This coming-of-age film set in the 1960s follows a Brooklyn teenager who spends his summer at a posh beach club. Like Racing with the Moon, The Flamingo Kid deals with issues of love, class, and the transition to adulthood.