Movies like Me and Orson Welles

The Aviator, like Me and Orson Welles, focuses on a maverick genius, Howard Hughes, during his heyday in Hollywood and aviation. Fans of historical drama and the exploration of creative ambition will draw parallels between the portrayals of Hughes and Welles.

Hugo is a film set in a historic period like Me and Orson Welles, featuring a young protagonist exploring a bygone era - the early days of cinema. It offers a sense of adventure and discovery within the arts, resonating with those who appreciate the portrayal of Orson Welles' theatrical endeavors.

Midnight in Paris is a whimsical jaunt through the streets of Paris, much like how Me and Orson Welles gives audiences a glimpse of the New York theater scene. Both films offer a nostalgic trip to a golden age of artistic creativity, immersing viewers in the 1920s and 1930s respectively.

Saving Mr. Banks, much like Me and Orson Welles, delves into the complicated creative process behind beloved entertainment, in this case, the Disney classic Mary Poppins. The dynamic between the film's creators and the author P.L. Travers mirrors the artistic tensions seen in Orson Welles' theater productions.

My Week with Marilyn captures the behind-the-scenes challenges of show business similar to Me and Orson Welles. This film gives viewers a look at the struggles and triumphs of Marilyn Monroe during the shooting of 'The Prince and the Showgirl,' paralleling the theatrical world of Orson Welles.

Set in a bygone era like Me and Orson Welles, The Cat's Meow takes you aboard William Randolph Hearst's yacht in the 1920s. It spins a tale of celebrity, power, and scandal, providing a window into the lives of the rich and famous of early Hollywood.

Cradle Will Rock is directed and produced by Orson Welles' actor Tim Robbins. It revisits the 1930s theater scene in New York, dealing with social and political issues through the arts, closely aligning with the atmosphere and era detailed in Me and Orson Welles.