Movies like Lords of Dogtown

Kids is a 1995 film that, while not focused on skateboarding, portrays a similar gritty exploration of youth culture in the 90s. It resonates with Lords of Dogtown through its raw and unfiltered look at the lives of urban teenagers.

Grind is a 2003 skateboarding film that follows a group of friends on a road trip pursuing their skateboarding dreams. Like Lords of Dogtown, it delves into skate culture and the pursuit of fame within the sport, paired with a comedic tone.

Gleaming the Cube features a young Christian Slater as a skateboarder who investigates the death of his adopted brother, uncovering a deeper plot. It combines the skateboarding culture with a thrilling mystery, intriguing for those who enjoyed the action and dynamics of Lords of Dogtown.

Dogtown and Z-Boys is a documentary that explores the same subject matter as Lords of Dogtown, telling the story of the pioneering skateboarders from the Dogtown area of Santa Monica, California. Fans of Lords of Dogtown will appreciate this deep dive into the real-life tales of the skaters who inspired the film.