Movies like The Doctor

Based on Oliver Sacks' memoir, this movie featuring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro captures the emotional journey of a doctor discovering a breakthrough treatment for catatonic patients. Its heartfelt narrative complements the compassionate storytelling found in The Doctor.

This classic explores the complexities of family relationships and the harsh realities of cancer. If the emotionally rich narrative and strong performances in The Doctor appealed to you, Terms of Endearment promises a similar experience.

This film tells the inspirational true story of two men—an African American lab technician and a white surgeon—who overcome social obstacles to pioneer heart surgery. It shares The Doctor's spirit of medical innovation and personal transformation.

Robin Williams stars as a medical maverick who brings humor and joy to the patients. If you're moved by transformational stories of doctors revolutionizing patient care like in The Doctor, Patch Adams' blend of comedy and drama will speak to you.

Touching on themes of mentorship, ethical dilemmas, and self-discovery in the medical field, The Cider House Rules mirrors the personal and professional growth seen in The Doctor.

Michael Keaton portrays a man with terminal cancer who makes a series of videos for his unborn child. Like The Doctor, My Life deals with life-changing diagnoses and the emotional fallout for the patient and their family.