Movies like Amelia

Pearl Harbor revolves around a storyline set during WWII, featuring some of the bravest pilots and breathtaking aviation scenes. Fans of Amelia might enjoy the combination of a historical backdrop with heart-stopping aerial action and personal drama.

Sully, directed by Clint Eastwood, is the story of Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, the pilot who landed US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River. It's a tale of aviation heroism that should resonate with fans of Amelia Earhart's pioneering spirit.

Directed by Martin Scorsese, The Aviator is a biopic that follows the life of Howard Hughes, an aviation pioneer similar to Amelia Earhart. Those interested in Amelia will find the exploration of aviation history and the personal struggles of a visionary compelling.

Although not strictly about aviation, Out of Africa stars Meryl Streep and Robert Redford in a story set in the early 20th century, which includes scenes of biplanes that evoke the pioneering era of aviation that Amelia depicts.

The Right Stuff is an adaptation of Tom Wolfe's book about the pilots involved in high-speed aeronautical research at Edwards Air Force Base and the first American astronauts. This epic film captures the essence of aviation milestones that would be celebrated by those who admire Amelia Earhart.

Flyboys takes viewers into the world of the young Americans who volunteered for the French military before the U.S. entered World War I, becoming the first American fighter pilots. It shares the daring and adventurous themes found in Amelia.