Movies like Days of Thunder

The Fast and the Furious franchise ignited a following for its high-octane street racing and action-packed scenes. While more focused on illegal racing and heists, fans of the race-driven adrenaline in Days of Thunder might appreciate the thrilling pace and car-centric action of this franchise's origins.

Although an animated film, Cars features Lightning McQueen's journey in the racing world, echoing Days of Thunder's themes of competition, redemption, and the thirst for victory. With its family-friendly approach, it's a fun choice for those who enjoy the racing elements in a more lighthearted context.

Rush vividly depicts the fierce 1970s rivalry between Formula 1 drivers James Hunt and Niki Lauda. Just like Days of Thunder, it offers a deep dive into the adrenaline-pumping racing world, the competition, and the personal lives of the drivers, appealing to fans of motorsport drama.

Ford v Ferrari brings to life the legendary rivalry between two powerhouse car manufacturers. Fans of Days of Thunder will appreciate another high-stakes motorsport cinematic experience, packed with dynamic race scenes and behind-the-racetrack drama.

Talladega Nights delivers a comedic twist on the high-speed world of NASCAR racing, reminiscent of the competitive racing scenes in Days of Thunder. Fans of the latter's intense racing sequences and behind-the-scenes drama will appreciate Talladega Nights' humorous yet exciting portrayal of race car driving.

Focused on the world of open-wheel racing, Driven shares the high-speed intensity and the internal and external struggles of racers similar to Days of Thunder. Audiences who enjoy the racing aspects and the personal ambition theme in Days of Thunder will find Driven's narrative familiar.

Senna is a documentary that chronicles the career of Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna, capturing his life on and off the track. Days of Thunder enthusiasts will find the real-life intensity and drama in Senna's story to resonate with the fictional pursuit of racing excellence portrayed in the Tom Cruise feature.