Movies like Forever Young

Delving into the complexities of time and age, 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' presents a unique narrative where Brad Pitt's character ages in reverse. Fans of 'Forever Young's' themes dealing with the passage of time and the impact on relationships will find this film both thought-provoking and touching.

If time-displaced romance strikes a chord, 'Captain America: The First Avenger' delivers with a heroic twist. Starring Chris Evans, this Marvel film pairs the theme of a man out of time, much like Mel Gibson in 'Forever Young,' with action, and an emotional storyline set during WWII that echoes the historical elements of 'Forever Young.'

Anyone captivated by the idea of suspended aging in 'Forever Young' will be charmed by 'The Age of Adaline.' Starring Blake Lively, it spins the tale of a woman who ceases to age after an accident and must navigate her existence through the decades without growing old, sparking a unique romance.

Channeling a different take on the wish-fulfillment fantasy, 'Big' showcases Tom Hanks as a boy who finds himself in the body of an adult overnight. Like 'Forever Young,' it explores the consequences of tampering with the natural progression of time, wrapped in a heartwarming and comedic package.

Lovers of romantic dramas with a time-travelling twist like 'Forever Young' will fall for 'Somewhere in Time.' Christopher Reeve stars in this poignant tale of a man who wills himself back in time to pursue the woman he's enamored with, leading to a love story that transcends time.

The fantasy comedy '13 Going on 30' takes a page out of the coming-of-age book with a magical twist. Jennifer Garner plays a teenager who suddenly finds herself in her thirties, echoing 'Forever Young's' themes of navigating a world that's changed while maintaining one's identity.

This film is a nostalgic wave back to one's youth, featuring a time-travel premise through which Kathleen Turner's character revisits her high school days. 'Peggy Sue Got Married' touches on the idea of second chances and the impact of choices over time, a sentiment that resonates with 'Forever Young' fans.

Adding a dash of romantic comedy to the time-travel genre, 'Kate & Leopold' stars Meg Ryan and Hugh Jackman. In a fashion similar to 'Forever Young,' it deals with the theme of a man from the past adjusting to modern life while finding love, pairing old-world charm with contemporary sensibilities.