Movies like K-PAX

This film explores the struggles of a brilliant mind grappling with mental illness, reminiscent of K-PAX's protagonist and his psychiatric evaluation. A Beautiful Mind shares the same element of questioning reality and delving into the profound capabilities of the human intellect.

Awakenings focuses on patients coming back to consciousness after a long period, presenting a narrative of rediscovery and human connection that resonates with K-PAX's themes of perception and reality. Its emotional depth and character studies will attract a similar audience.

Though not a science fiction movie, The Fisher King offers a blend of reality and fantasy through the tale of a mentally ill man. The profound performances and exploration of the line between delusion and reality will engage viewers who enjoyed the psychological depth of K-PAX.

In Phenomenon, the story of an ordinary man developing extraordinary abilities has thematic parallels to K-PAX, where the protagonist's potentially extraterrestrial origin grants him unique insights and abilities. Both films delve into the mysteries of the human mind and our place in the universe.

Powder tackles the life of an individual with supernatural abilities and a mysterious origin, drawing similar intrigue and wonder as K-PAX does with its otherworldly main character. Both films question where the borders of human potential lie.

This family-friendly adventure tells of a young boy who travels through time and space, similar to the otherworldly journey in K-PAX. Although more lighthearted, both films challenge our understanding of time and space, which can captivate the same science fiction enthusiasts.

This sci-fi drama introduces us to an extraterrestrial that takes the guise of a human to navigate Earth, echoing the intriguing character performance found in K-PAX. The thematic elements of alienation and the exploration of humanity will resonate with fans of the genre.

The story of an alien taking on a human appearance to understand Earth's culture creates a connection to K-PAX's narrative of an otherworldly being among us. The poignant relationship dynamics and the journey for understanding present in both would appeal to the same audience.