Movies like Permanent Midnight (1998)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like Permanent Midnight, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. Requiem for a Dream

    #246 most popular movie yesterday

    Requiem for a Dream is a harrowing depiction of drug addiction and its impact on the individual and their loved ones, much like Permanent Midnight. Its intense visual style and strong performances make it a compelling watch for those who appreciated the rawness of Permanent Midnight.

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    2. The Basketball Diaries

    #432 most popular movie yesterday

    Based on Jim Carroll's autobiography, this film charts the descent of a high school basketball star into the world of heroin addiction. The coming-of-age story interwoven with a compelling drug narrative will resonate with fans of Permanent Midnight.

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    3. Trainspotting

    #654 most popular movie yesterday

    This gritty and darkly humorous take on heroin addiction follows a group of Scottish youths as they navigate substance abuse and the quest for identity. The stylistic approach and unflinching portrayal of addiction aligns with the themes explored in Permanent Midnight.

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    4. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

    #1,217 most popular movie yesterday

    Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson's drug-fueled odyssey through Las Vegas serves as the backdrop for this cult classic. Its surreal depiction of drug culture and its comedic, satirical edge offer a different, yet thematically similar experience to that of Permanent Midnight.

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    5. Rush

    #1,340 most popular movie yesterday

    Rush tells the story of two undercover police officers who become entangled in the drug world they're supposed to be dismantling. The moral ambiguity and the raw depiction of addiction will strike a chord with those drawn to the world portrayed in Permanent Midnight.

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    6. Less Than Zero

    #2,693 most popular movie yesterday

    Less Than Zero presents a look at the life of a young, affluent man struggling with drug addiction in Los Angeles. Its exploration of the destructive lifestyle and consequences echoes the personal turmoil depicted in Permanent Midnight.

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    7. Spun

    #3,994 most popular movie yesterday

    Spun delves into the lives of several methamphetamine addicts over the course of three days. The frenetic pacing and grim look at addiction create a chaotic atmosphere that might appeal to viewers who appreciate the unvarnished reality in Permanent Midnight.

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    8. Candy

    #4,703 most popular movie yesterday

    Candy chronicles the volatile relationship between a poet and an art student, both of whom are struggling with heroin addiction. Their love and dependency on drugs parallel the themes of love and addiction found in Permanent Midnight.