Movies like The Molly Maguires

This film tells the true story of a coal miner's son who takes an interest in rocketry, set against the backdrop of a 1950s mining town. While more uplifting than The Molly Maguires, October Sky similarly highlights the mining culture and its impact on individuals.

This film explores the Irish struggle for independence from the United Kingdom in the early 20th century. Although its setting and historical context are different, viewers interested in The Molly Maguires may enjoy the similar themes of oppression and rebellion.

Starring Sally Field, Norma Rae is a drama about a factory worker from a small town who becomes involved in labor union activities. The themes of worker solidarity and the fight against oppressive labor conditions echo those found in The Molly Maguires.

Focusing on the first major successful sexual harassment case in the United States, North Country's story unfolds in a mining community plagued by old prejudices. Like The Molly Maguires, it offers a gritty and emotional narrative rooted in the struggle of the working class.

Matewan dramatizes the events of the Stone Mountain Coal Company strike in 1920, capturing the tension between coal miners and management in West Virginia. Fans of The Molly Maguires will appreciate the historical context and the portrayal of labor struggles which are central to both films.