Movies like A Day in the Death of Joe Egg

The Theory of Everything is a biographical drama about Stephen Hawking, his pursuit of scientific acclaim, and his battle with ALS. Like A Day in the Death of Joe Egg, it offers an intimate look at the impacts of disability on personal relationships and aspirations.

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly recounts the true story of a magazine editor who becomes trapped in his body by Locked-in syndrome following a stroke. It’s a powerful testament to the human spirit, mirroring the themes of personal struggle and resilience seen in A Day in the Death of Joe Egg.

The Sessions focuses on a man with an iron lung who wishes to lose his virginity and contacts a professional sex surrogate. The movie's candid approach to physical disability and desire shares thematic ground with A Day in the Death of Joe Egg.

In Whose Life Is It Anyway?, a sculptor becomes a paraplegic and fights for the right to end his life, presenting a poignant exploration of disability and autonomy. Fans of A Day in the Death of Joe Egg will encounter compelling and heartfelt discussions on life, death, and personal choice.