Movies like Running with Scissors

American Beauty dives into the dark side of suburban life, presenting a satirical take on middle-class existence. Similarly to Running with Scissors, it provides a critique of family life with a mix of dark comedy and drama.

Featuring a dysfunctional family on a road trip, Little Miss Sunshine is a comedy-drama that captures the absurdities of family life and the pursuit of personal dreams. Its blend of humor and heart will resonate with those who enjoyed the offbeat family dynamics in Running with Scissors.

This adaptation of Tracy Letts' Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a compelling look at a family brought together by crisis. Like Running with Scissors, it offers a blend of sharp wit and emotional depth, examining the complex relationships that lie at the core of family life.

The Royal Tenenbaums, directed by Wes Anderson, is a quirky family saga filled with eccentric characters and dark humor. Fans of Running with Scissors will appreciate its exploration of dysfunctional family dynamics and the search for personal identity among its ensemble cast.

This film spotlights a family dealing with the return of a troubled sibling from rehab. The raw and realistic portrayal of family interactions and personal demons in Rachel Getting Married will appeal to those intrigued by the familial conflicts in Running with Scissors.

Garden State delves into the life of a struggling actor who returns home for his mother's funeral, uncovering a series of complex family relationships. Its thematic focus on self-discovery and familial estrangement parallels the narrative of Running with Scissors.

This modern family portrait about a lesbian couple's children reaching out to their biological father captures the evolving concept of family. Like Running with Scissors, The Kids Are All Right addresses the nature of family ties with humor and sensitivity.

Telling the story of two boys dealing with their parents' divorce, The Squid and the Whale offers an honest and sometimes painfully humorous look at a family in turmoil. For those who appreciate the candid portrayal of a dysfunctional family in Running with Scissors, this film is a must-watch.