Movies like The Prince of Pennsylvania

The dysfunctional family at the heart of this road-trip dramedy echoes the family dynamics depicted in The Prince of Pennsylvania. Little Miss Sunshine provides both comedy and drama as it explores the ambitions and failings of its memorable characters.

This offbeat comedy by the Coen Brothers shares a quirky sensibility and a focus on unconventional family dynamics, much like The Prince of Pennsylvania. Fans of the latter will appreciate the humor and heartfelt moments in Raising Arizona, as well as the standout performances from Nicolas Cage and Holly Hunter.

Buffalo '66 tells the story of a recently released convict navigating his dysfunctional family and a new relationship, inviting comparisons to The Prince of Pennsylvania’s themes of family and individual struggle. It's a dark comedy with an indie film sensibility that should attract similar viewers.

Garden State captures the return of a young man to his hometown, where he faces his past, similar to the protagonist's introspective journey in The Prince of Pennsylvania. The film is rich with idiosyncratic characters and a poignant look at life’s crossroads.

This Farrelly Brothers comedy, featuring a down-and-out bowler, blends the humor and oddball characters seen in The Prince of Pennsylvania. Kingpin's blend of sports comedy and redemption story will appeal to those who appreciate the lighter, more whimsical side of drama.

The Way Way Back is a heartfelt coming-of-age story that features a teen protagonist trying to find his place in a world filled with quirky adults and complicated family relationships, much like in The Prince of Pennsylvania. Viewers will enjoy the authentic performances and emotional depth of the characters.

The focus on family complexities and coming-of-age narrative in The Prince of Pennsylvania can be found in Noah Baumbach's introspective drama The Squid and the Whale, which centers on two young boys dealing with their parents’ divorce in the 1980s.