Into the Wild

While more comedic and whimsical in tone, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is about breaking out of a monotonous life to embark on a global adventure that leads to self-discovery, echoing themes found in Into the Wild.

Telling the true story of Aron Ralston, a hiker who becomes trapped by a boulder in an isolated canyon, 127 Hours is a harrowing tale of survival and the human spirit, akin to the challenges faced in Into the Wild.

Viggo Mortensen stars as a father raising his six children in the wilderness, imparting survivalist skills and a philosophy outside of societal norms. Captain Fantastic explores themes of unconventional lifestyles and the impact of nature on a person's upbringing, similar to Into the Wild.

This film recounts the early travels of Che Guevara across South America with his friend Alberto Granado. Similar to Into the Wild, it's a movie about a transformative journey, self-discovery, and the search for purpose.