Movies like After Hours

While tonally more subdued, Lost in Translation shares After Hours' exploration of characters adrift in a nocturnal world. The connection between strangers in a strange land presents a relatable quest for understanding in the midst of chaos.

Though more slapstick in its humor, The Hangover's story of a night out gone disastrously wrong lands it in a similar thematic ballpark as After Hours. Its portrayal of the mayhem that ensues from a night of poor decisions will resonate with fans of chaotic comedy.

Blue Velvet's descent into the dark and bizarre underbelly of suburbia echoes the surreal elements of After Hours. Both movies provide a distorted lens into the night-time world filled with odd characters and twisting plots, therefore piquing the interests of lovers of the peculiar.

Collateral captures the essence of a nerve-wracking night in Los Angeles, focusing on a tense cat-and-mouse game between a hitman and a taxi driver. This thriller's tight pacing and high stakes will attract those who enjoy the tension and dark humor of After Hours.

Go is an edgy, fast-paced comedy-drama which intricately weaves multiple storylines over the course of one night, echoing the night-gone-wrong theme in After Hours. Its kinetic energy and intersecting narratives will likely intrigue those looking for another nocturnal adventure.

Adventures in Babysitting is a high-spirited and humorous tale of mishaps which unfolds over one evening. While more family-friendly than After Hours, it shares the same sense of escalating chaos that escalates as the night progresses, appealing to those who enjoy zany narratives.

Into the Night is a frantic, darkly comedic odyssey through the Los Angeles nightscape which fans of After Hours will find delightfully familiar. This John Landis-directed film follows an insomniac who becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue, resembling the unpredictable and surreal journey in After Hours.