Movies like Imaginary Crimes

Featuring Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio, What's Eating Gilbert Grape is a tale of a young man burdened with family responsibilities in a small town. Those drawn to the family-centric narrative of Imaginary Crimes will likely connect with this film's heartfelt and relatable story of familial obligation and personal growth.

This biographical coming-of-age drama features Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, showcasing a troubled teen's relationship with his abusive stepfather. Fans of Imaginary Crimes will appreciate This Boy's Life for its deep dive into difficult family dynamics and its raw portrayal of adolescence.

A nuanced story of a family torn apart by divorce, The Squid and the Whale presents a sharp and witty look at the complexities of family life in Brooklyn in the 1980s. Viewers who appreciated the character dynamics in Imaginary Crimes should find this film's portrayal of family breakdown equally compelling.

Marvin's Room brings together a stellar cast including Meryl Streep, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Diane Keaton, focusing on the reunion of estranged sisters and a family confronting illness. Similar to Imaginary Crimes, it touches on themes of family reconciliation and the strength of sibling bonds.

This Sidney Lumet-directed drama starring River Phoenix tells the story of a couple on the run from the FBI, and the impact their fugitive lifestyle has on their children. Like Imaginary Crimes, Running on Empty is a poignant exploration of family loyalty versus individual desire.

The Glass House, starring Leelee Sobieski and Diane Lane, delves into the life of an orphaned sibling who must navigate the murky waters of their guardians' true intentions. It offers a similar sense of tension and familial conflict that fans of Imaginary Crimes may find appealing.