Movies like Flight

Though not about a pilot, Cast Away, also starring Tom Hanks, is a gripping story of survival after a plane crash, focusing on the psychological and emotional strain of being stranded, echoing the intense human drama seen in Flight.

Sully, starring Tom Hanks as Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, depicts the true story of the Miracle on the Hudson. This film captures the intense drama and scrutiny of a pilot's split-second decision under duress, much like Flight.

The Aviator is a biopic of Howard Hughes, the aviation pioneer and director. Fans of Flight may appreciate this film's exploration of the human side of aviation, Hughes' struggles with mental health, and his passion for flying.

Alive is the survival story of a Uruguayan rugby team whose plane crashes in the Andes. Its themes of resilience and the human spirit's response to a catastrophic event are reminiscent of those explored in Flight.

In Flightplan, Jodie Foster plays a woman whose daughter disappears midflight, leading to a high-stakes search and conspiracy thousands of feet in the air, offering the same thriller elements grounded in an aviation setting that viewers of Flight may enjoy.

United 93 recounts the real-life hijacking of United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. Its focus on heroism and tragedy in the face of a doomed flight will resonate with viewers who appreciated Flight's intense storytelling.

Passenger 57 stars Wesley Snipes in an action-packed tale of an airline security expert who must thwart a terrorist attack aboard a passenger plane. Like Flight, the movie offers suspense and intense aerial moments, but with a focus on action.

Fearless explores the aftermath of a plane crash and its impact on a survivor played by Jeff Bridges, delving into themes of trauma and existentialism, akin to the emotional and psychological depth presented in Flight.