1. Interstellar
#29 most popular movie yesterdayInterstellar takes a more science fiction approach but shares themes of exploration and human endurance. As a group of astronauts travel through a wormhole to find a new home for humanity, viewers who prize Apollo 13’s attention to human and technical detail will find much to appreciate in the film's realistic portrayal of space travel quandaries.
8 movies like Interstellar...2. The Martian
#334 most popular movie yesterdayThe Martian stars Matt Damon as an astronaut accidentally left behind on Mars. It combines hard science, ingenuity, and suspense, much like Apollo 13, offering a gripping and scientifically grounded tale of survival and problem-solving on an alien world.
7 movies like The Martian...3. Armageddon
#816 most popular movie yesterdayArmageddon propels its cast, including Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck, into space on a mission to stop an asteroid from colliding with Earth. While it leans more towards the action-packed blockbuster end of the spectrum, those who appreciated the space mission element of Apollo 13 will enjoy the teamwork and tension aboard the spacecraft.
7 movies like Armageddon...4. Gravity
#1,069 most popular movie yesterdayGravity is a heart-racing tale of survival set against the backdrop of space. Starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney as astronauts, this thriller focuses on the immediate danger after an accident leaves them stranded in orbit. Audiences who were gripped by Apollo 13's tense journey will find Gravity's visual spectacle and edge-of-the-seat suspense equally captivating.
6 movies like Gravity...5. First Man
#1,653 most popular movie yesterdayFirst Man explores the life of Neil Armstrong, the first human to walk on the moon, and the years leading up to the Apollo 11 mission. Like Apollo 13, it encompasses the personal struggles and sacrifices involved in space travel. With its mix of intimate storytelling and grand cinematic moments, fans will find it complements Apollo 13’s narrative.
7 movies like First Man...6. The Right Stuff
#2,061 most popular movie yesterdayThe Right Stuff gives viewers an epic chronicle of the early days of the U.S. space program, focusing on the original Mercury astronauts. It shares a similar mix of personal drama and the high-stakes of space exploration. Fans of Apollo 13 will likely appreciate the detailed, character-driven approach to astronaut's lives and the historical context of space travel.
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