Movies like Mountains of the Moon

Like Mountains of the Moon, this film follows an obsessed British explorer on his quest to find an ancient civilization in the Amazon, tackling themes of obsession, exploration, and the clash of cultures.

The scenic backdrops and dramatic personal stories set against the vast African landscape in this romantic historical drama will appeal to those who enjoyed the vivid imagery and exploration themes in Mountains of the Moon.

Set in Africa and based on true events, this film depicts the challenges of two men trying to build a railway through the African wilderness, facing not only the elements but also two maneating lions, creating a tense, survival-focused narrative akin to Mountains of the Moon.

Fans of Mountains of the Moon will be drawn to this adaptation of H. Rider Haggard's novel, which follows an adventurer and a spunky woman as they search for her missing husband in uncharted African territory.