1. Children of Men
#176 most popular movie yesterdayIn Children of Men, the world is facing an extinction crisis with humans unable to reproduce. The film's gritty, realistic representation of societal collapse and the fight for hope against overwhelming odds might resonate with Mad Max enthusiasts.
6 movies like Children of Men...2. The Book of Eli
#192 most popular movie yesterdayIn The Book of Eli, Denzel Washington traverses a post-apocalyptic America, harboring a secret that could rejuvenate the wasteland society. With a lone protagonist fighting against lawlessness, fans of Mad Max will appreciate the film's gritty atmosphere and themes of redemption.
8 movies like The Book of Eli...3. Mad Max: Fury Road
#417 most popular movie yesterdayReturning to the barren landscape with a new intensity, Mad Max: Fury Road offers stunning visuals and heart-pumping action. Tom Hardy takes up the mantle as Max, providing fans with a fresh take on the character while honoring the spirit of the originals.
4 movies like Mad Max: Fury Road...4. Dredd
#689 most popular movie yesterdayDredd brings audiences to a tough, law-enforcing anti-hero in a dystopian megacity. The film's relentless action, moral quandaries, and stylized violence provide a similar gritty and adrenaline-fueled experience to that of Mad Max.
7 movies like Dredd...5. Waterworld
#707 most popular movie yesterdayWaterworld is a post-apocalyptic film set on a drowned Earth, where Kevin Costner's character, much like Max, is an anti-hero navigating a desolate landscape. With a similar tone and the struggle for scarce resources, it's a wetter, but equally enthralling cousin to Mad Max.
6 movies like Waterworld...6. The Road
#1,225 most popular movie yesterdayAdapted from Cormac McCarthy's novel, The Road takes viewers on a harrowing journey through a bleak, post-apocalyptic landscape. Viggo Mortensen's character's struggle for survival echoes the desperation and brutal nature of the world of Mad Max.
5 movies like The Road...7. Escape from New York
#1,335 most popular movie yesterdayEscape from New York showcases a dystopian future where Manhattan has become a maximum-security prison. Kurt Russell's Snake Plissken is a character with a toughness and moral ambiguity reminiscent of Mad Max, and the action-packed plot will enthrall fans of dystopian chaos.
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