Movies like The Cat's Meow

Set in 1950s Los Angeles, L.A. Confidential explores the city's seedy underbelly as three policemen investigate a series of murders. Its blend of crime, Hollywood glamour, and a layered plot would appeal to those who appreciate the intertwining narratives of The Cat's Meow.

The Aviator, directed by Martin Scorsese, is a biographical film that will resonate with audiences fascinated by the golden era of Hollywood depicted in The Cat's Meow. It showcases the tumultuous life of aviation innovator and film director Howard Hughes, capturing his passion, vision, and his eventual descent into reclusive behavior.

If you relished the period setting and the ensemble cast of The Cat's Meow, you'll likely enjoy Gosford Park. Directed by Robert Altman, this film unravels a murder mystery at a lavish English country estate, intersected with sharp societal commentary on the British class system of the 1930s.

Hollywoodland dives into the mystery surrounding the death of TV's Superman, George Reeves. Fans of The Cat's Meow's blend of history, celebrity, and intrigue will appreciate this neo-noir biopic's investigation into fame and its pitfalls.

My Week with Marilyn offers a peek into the life of Marilyn Monroe during the production of The Prince and the Showgirl. This film, through its focus on a Hollywood legend and behind-the-scenes drama, would attract viewers who have a taste for The Cat's Meow's historical depictions of celebrities.

Chaplin portrays the iconic life story of Charlie Chaplin, one of cinema's first superstars. Like The Cat's Meow, this biopic introduces viewers to the complexities of Hollywood's silent film era, offering a captivating portrayal by Robert Downey Jr. as Chaplin.

The People vs. Larry Flynt follows the rise of pornographic publisher Larry Flynt and his subsequent legal battles. If you are drawn to The Cat's Meow for its portrayal of high-profile personalities embroiled in controversy, you'll find this biographical drama similarly compelling.

Bugsy tells the story of mobster Bugsy Siegel and his dreams of building a gambling empire in Las Vegas. The film's mix of crime, romance, and Hollywood's bygone glamour shares The Cat's Meow's fascination with the allure and darkness of fame and power.