Movies like The Good Mother

Focusing on the aftermath of a child's disappearance, The Deep End of the Ocean examines the resilience and struggles of a family in crisis. This movie shares The Good Mother's exploration of motherhood and the lengths a parent will go to for their children.

With a storyline that revolves around complex family relationships, Stepmom presents Susan Sarandon and Julia Roberts in roles that explore the challenges of divorce, remarriage, and the uneasy bonds between children and their parents' new partners, akin to the interpersonal nuances depicted in The Good Mother.

This film delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the personal turmoil that can result from tragedy, much like The Good Mother. Ordinary People, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, offers an in-depth look at the ways families cope with loss and guilt.

While showcasing a mother-daughter relationship, Terms of Endearment delves into the trials and tribulations that come with family life, love, and loss. Fans of The Good Mother will appreciate the similar depth of character and emotional intensity.

This poignant drama echoes The Good Mother's themes of custody battles and parental rights. Kramer vs. Kramer stars Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep as a divorced couple fighting for custody of their son, providing an emotional and thought-provoking look at family dynamics.

Like The Good Mother, In the Bedroom deals with profound loss within a family and the consequent emotional and moral challenges. It's a powerful examination of grief, vengeance, and the dark side of human nature when faced with tragedy.

In Little Man Tate, the story of a prodigious child caught between his biological mother and a psychologist echoes The Good Mother's themes of the complexities and challenges in raising children and the decisions parents must face regarding their children's future.