Movies like This Is Where I Leave You

Like This Is Where I Leave You, The Family Stone presents a dysfunctional family gathering during the holidays, forcing its characters to confront their personal and shared issues. Fans will appreciate the ensemble cast and blend of heartwarming moments with uncomfortable family dynamics.

Although more of a road trip movie, Little Miss Sunshine involves a dysfunctional family that embarks on a journey to support the youngest member's beauty pageant dream. It's a comedy-drama with quirky characters that aptly captures the theme of family unity in adversity.

Home for the Holidays captures the dysfunctional family reunion during Thanksgiving, bringing laughter and tears in equal measure. It explores the complexities of family bonds, making it a great follow-up for audiences of This Is Where I Leave You.

Featuring a star-studded cast, August: Osage County centers on the strong-willed women of the Weston family, whose paths have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the house they grew up in. Viewers who enjoy the complex family interactions in This Is Where I Leave You will find similar dramatic and comic elements here.

Rachel Getting Married features the complex dynamics that emerge during a weekend wedding celebration, much like the family reunion in This Is Where I Leave You. The film offers an authentic portrayal of sibling rivalry and reconciliation.

In a similar vein to This Is Where I Leave You, The Kids Are All Right delves into the imperfections of family life. It challenges the traditional family structure and offers an insightful look into modern relationships, with strong performances and witty dialogue.

Dan in Real Life shares the theme of complicated family relationships with a widower finding love and navigating the challenges of being a single parent. Its blend of comedy and drama, set during a family retreat, will resonate with those who appreciated the balance in This Is Where I Leave You.

The Savages, starring Philip Seymour Hoffman and Laura Linney, is about adult siblings faced with the responsibility of caring for their estranged, elderly father. Its darkly comedic take on family life and personal growth aligns well with the themes explored in This Is Where I Leave You.