Movies like Funny Girl

Set against the backdrop of 1930s Berlin, Cabaret centers on the life of an American cabaret singer. With its strong female lead and a mix of music, romance, and historical context, it shares common threads with Funny Girl.

This musical comedy-drama features a woman pretending to be a male female impersonator to find success in 1930s Paris. Its themes of identity and performance along with its musical backdrop offer parallels to Funny Girl.

As the sequel to Funny Girl, Funny Lady continues the story of Fanny Brice. Starring Barbra Streisand reprising her role, this film further explores the life and career of Brice, offering more of the music, drama, and performance that fans loved in the original.