Movies like Connie and Carla

Robin Williams shines in this heartwarming tale of a divorced actor who disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children. This movie resonates with the concept of transformation and the power of performance seen in Connie and Carla.

A drag club owner and his star performer partner, played by Robin Williams and Nathan Lane, put up a false straight front for their son's conservative in-laws. Like Connie and Carla, The Birdcage celebrates drag culture with humor and humanity, making it a hit for similar reasons.

With its catchy tunes and messages about acceptance, Hairspray follows the tale of Tracy Turnblad as she becomes a TV star and advocates for racial integration. Its themes of transformation and societal impact echo those in Connie and Carla, offering a compelling experience for the same audience.

This road movie follows two drag performers and a transgender woman as they travel across the Australian desert to perform their unique style of cabaret. Fans of Connie and Carla's drag scenes and journey of self-discovery will find The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert similarly uplifting and entertaining.

In this classic comedy, two musicians witness a mob hit and flee the state in an all-female band disguised as women. Some Like It Hot is a perfect blend of humor, gender-bending antics, and an unforgettable Marilyn Monroe performance which will resonate with fans of Connie and Carla's drag themes and lighthearted tone.

Whoopi Goldberg stars as a lounge singer who goes undercover as a nun after witnessing a crime. Just like Connie and Carla, Sister Act showcases the main character hiding in plain sight, resulting in a feel-good movie with music and comedy at its core.

Tootsie stars Dustin Hoffman as an actor who, struggling to find work, reinvents himself as a woman to land a role on a soap opera. Much like Connie and Carla, Tootsie tackles themes of identity and performance through a comedic lens and has a heartfelt undercurrent that charms audiences.