Movies like Fish Tank

This harrowing tale of an abused and illiterate teen in Harlem, who seeks a better life for herself and her children, has a similar theme of perseverance and overcoming personal adversity that resonates with the essence of Fish Tank.

Thirteen is a gritty drama about a 13-year-old girl who spirals out of control after she befriends the popular girl at school. The intense exploration of teenage angst and rebellion parallels Mia's own coming-of-age journey in Fish Tank.

Set on the fringes of society near Disney World, The Florida Project tells the story of young Moonee and her friends' summer adventures. The film's depiction of childhood innocence amid the stark reality of impoverished living conditions echoes the gritty yet hopeful tone found in Fish Tank.

Ree Dolly's quest to find her missing father in the Ozark Mountains is both a gripping thriller and a stark portrayal of rural America. Winter's Bone contains a powerful female lead facing harsh realities, akin to the challenges faced by Mia in Fish Tank.

This film is a reflection on past mistakes and redemption, featuring a man looking back at his youth in 1980s Astoria, New York. Like Fish Tank, A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints captures the intimacy of a rough upbringing and its implications on the future.

Pariah delves into the life of a young African American teenager embracing her identity as a lesbian. Its raw approach to identity and sexuality, as well as a strong female lead, shares a stylistic and thematic kinship with Fish Tank.