1. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
#316 most popular movie yesterdaySteven 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.
7 movies like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial...2. Contact
#421 most popular movie yesterdayThough 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.
6 movies like Contact...3. Close Encounters of the Third Kind
#585 most popular movie yesterdayThis 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.
8 movies like Close Encounters of the Third Kind...4. The Abyss
#1,249 most popular movie yesterdayWhile 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.
6 movies like The Abyss...5. Field of Dreams
#1,493 most popular movie yesterdayThis 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.
8 movies like Field of Dreams...6. Starman
#2,085 most popular movie yesterdayStarman 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.
8 movies like Starman...7. Cocoon: The Return
#5,441 most popular movie yesterdayA 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.
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