Movies like Cocoon

Steven Spielberg's beloved story of a stranded alien and his friendship with a young boy enchants with its themes of kindness across species, echoing the warmhearted nature of Cocoon.

Starman tells the story of an alien who takes the form of a young widow's deceased husband and the unique bond they form. Much like Cocoon, it delves into human-alien interaction with a tender and emotional touch.

Though more scientifically grounded, Contact delves into the possibility of communicating with intelligent life beyond Earth and shares Cocoon's sense of awe and existential curiosity.

This classic sci-fi film involves humans coming into contact with benevolent aliens, much like Cocoon. The sense of wonder and the overarching theme of peaceful human-alien interactions make it a kindred spirit to Cocoon.

This film isn't about aliens, but it shares Cocoon's magical realism, focusing on faith, second chances, and the wonder of the inexplicable as a man builds a baseball field by following a mysterious voice.

While more of a thriller, The Abyss similarly explores human encounters with mysterious non-human beings and focuses on themes of understanding and compassion in the face of the unknown.

A direct sequel to the original Cocoon, this movie continues the story of the group of elderly friends who have returned to Earth after a rejuvenating experience. Fans of Cocoon will enjoy seeing their favorite characters grappling with the choice of immortality or their attachments on Earth.