Movies like American Movie

The Disaster Artist is a biographical comedy that explores the making of Tommy Wiseau's cult film 'The Room'. Fans of American Movie will appreciate this behind-the-scenes look at the trials and triumphs of a passionate, if somewhat misguided, filmmaker.

Ed Wood is a biopic about the infamous director of the same name, known for his B-movies and hailed as one of the worst directors in history. Like American Movie, it injects humor and heart into the story of an underdog in the world of filmmaking.

Bowfinger, starring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, is a comedy about a low-budget film director trying to make his dream project come to life. It offers the same kind of optimistic perseverance in the face of adversity seen in American Movie.

Be Kind Rewind is a comedy about two friends who, after accidentally erasing the footage from all the tapes in a video store, decide to recreate the films themselves. Its celebration of DIY filmmaking and resourceful creativity echoes sentiments found in American Movie.

American Splendor is a biographical dramedy that portrays the life of Harvey Pekar, a file clerk who turned his mundane life into a comic series. It offers a slice-of-life perspective and a celebration of the underdog that is in line with the ethos of American Movie.

Living in Oblivion is a satirical comedy-drama that delves into the chaotic nature of independent filmmaking. It gives audiences a taste of the on-set challenges and eccentric personalities that are also present in American Movie.

Son of Rambow is a comedy-drama about two boys who set out to make an amateur film inspired by 'First Blood'. It captures the spirit of amateur filmmaking and the joy of creating movies, similar to American Movie.

This drama tells the story of the production of 'An American Family', which is often considered the first reality television show. Its focus on the behind-the-scenes aspect of production will resonate with fans of American Movie.