Movies like Alaska

Although more of a psychological thriller than an adventure, Insomnia, featuring Al Pacino and Robin Williams, is set in the small town of Nightmute, Alaska. It explores the unsettling disorientation faced by Pacino's character amidst the perpetual daylight. This different take on the Alaskan setting presents a unique perspective for those interested in more variety within the same locale.

Based on a true story, Into the Wild follows the journey of Christopher McCandless as he abandons his possessions and savings to hitchhike to Alaska to live in the wilderness. This film captures the raw beauty and danger of Alaska, much like the movie Alaska, and appeals to those who are captivated by narratives of adventure and self-discovery.

The Call of the Wild is an adaptation of Jack London's classic novel, telling the story of a domestic dog named Buck who's thrust into the Alaskan Yukon during the Gold Rush. The film's thematic exploration of survival and its stunning portrayal of the Alaskan wilderness will resonate with fans of Alaska.

A thrilling tale of survival, Eight Below is based on a true story and features a sled dog team who must fend for themselves in Antarctica. While the setting is not Alaska, the similar themes of survival, the bond between humans and dogs, and the unforgiving beauty of the polar landscape offer a parallel experience.

Starring Liam Neeson, The Grey is about oil rig workers surviving the Alaskan wilderness after surviving a plane crash, while being hunted by a pack of wolves. The film's tense survival narrative and the harsh Alaskan landscape depicted will likely appeal to those who were gripped by the movie Alaska.

Starring Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin, The Edge is a survival thriller about a billionaire and a photographer stranded in the Alaskan wilderness after a plane crash, fighting to stay alive against nature and a menacing bear. Its survival theme and Alaskan setting make it a compelling watch for those who enjoyed Alaska.

Never Cry Wolf is an adaptation of Farley Mowat's autobiographical book wherein a biologist is sent to study the caribou population in the Arctic tundra. His encounters with wolves and his survival in the harsh conditions make this a fitting companion to Alaska for anyone fascinated by the natural world and its inhabitants.

Set in the Yukon during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush, White Fang follows a young man who befriends a wolf-dog hybrid. With its adventurous spirit and its focus on the relationship between humans and the wilderness, viewers who like Alaska are likely to appreciate White Fang's story.