Movies like Coyote Ugly

Magic Mike offers a gender-flipped take on the world of entertainment and exotic dancing. While the focus is on male dancers, the film similarly explores the trials and tribulations of performing and striving for a bigger dream beyond the stage.

Burlesque brings the glitz and glamour of a Los Angeles neo-burlesque club, with Christina Aguilera playing a small-town girl with big vocal dreams, similar to Coyote Ugly. Fans of the mixture of music, dance, and a journey to stardom will find plenty to love here.

Step Up is the beginning of a dance-centered film franchise that focuses on dancers from different walks of life coming together to achieve greatness. The film's high-energy dance scenes and underlying romantic plot are akin to the atmosphere in Coyote Ugly.

Rock of Ages dives into the rock music scene of the 1980s, featuring a small-town girl and a city boy meeting on the Sunset Strip while chasing their Hollywood dreams. This musical extravaganza parallels Coyote Ugly with its blend of romance, dreams, and a killer soundtrack.

Honey showcases Jessica Alba as an aspiring dancer and choreographer trying to make it in the music video industry. This film's dance sequences, determination for artistic success, and romantic subplots will resonate with fans of Coyote Ugly.

Crossroads stars Britney Spears as a young woman on a road trip with friends, striving to find her place in the world and fulfill her musical aspirations. This is a coming-of-age story that shares Coyote Ugly's themes of friendship, self-discovery, and musical ambition.

Save the Last Dance follows a young woman who dreams of being a professional dancer, blending elements of romance and dance much like Coyote Ugly. The journey of overcoming adversity and following one's passion is central to both films.

Glitter features Mariah Carey as an aspiring singer working her way up the ranks of the music industry, battling personal and professional challenges. Like Coyote Ugly, it's a story of tenacity and the power of music, set against the high stakes world of entertainment.