Movies like 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.

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.

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.

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.