Movies like The Lovely Bones

The Virgin Suicides is a lyrical and evocative portrayal of five sisters cloaked in mystery, centering around themes of loss, adolescence, and the male gaze. Its narrative, told from an outsider’s perspective, has a dreamlike quality that echoes The Lovely Bones' ethereal tone.

The Sixth Sense is a supernatural thriller known for its iconic twist, where a young boy who communicates with spirits seeks the help of a child psychologist. The crossover between life and death and the emotional elements of the story make it akin to The Lovely Bones.

Prisoners features the desperate journey of a father to find his missing daughter and her friend, revealing the lengths a parent might go to in such a situation. The intense atmosphere and mystery elements make it a compelling watch for fans of The Lovely Bones.

Mystic River is a deeply emotional and haunting tale of loss and revenge, where the lives of three childhood friends are shattered after one of their daughters is murdered. Like The Lovely Bones, this film delves into the impact of tragedy on a family and community, unearthing dark secrets along the way.

Changeling is a gripping historic drama based on true events, where a mother's quest to find her missing son uncovers corruption and challenges the police’s complacency. Its exploration of a mother’s unwavering search for the truth aligns with the grief-stricken journey in The Lovely Bones.

Gone Baby Gone explores themes of abduction and moral ambiguity, as two private detectives are entangled in a complex case of a missing child. The emotional depth and ethical quandaries presented in the film resonate with the morally complex narrative of The Lovely Bones.

Winter's Bone is a gritty drama where a determined teenage girl navigates the dangerous criminal underworld to locate her missing father and protect her family. The protagonist's resilience and the film’s dark, foreboding atmosphere will resonate with viewers who appreciated The Lovely Bones.

The Gift follows a woman with psychic abilities who aids in the investigation of a missing person in a small town, intertwining supernatural elements with a suspenseful whodunit narrative. Its emphasis on the supernatural to help solve a mystery will appeal to those who enjoyed The Lovely Bones.