15 Movies Like Absurdistan
Loved Absurdistan? Based on its unique Cinema DNA—including its pacing, themes, and emotional tone—we've curated the ultimate list of what you should watch next.
14 and Under
This episodic film is a close relative of Wolf Hartwig's schoolgirl report movies, made by the same people, in a similar style, around similar topics. However, this one specifically focuses on the coming-of-age aspects, to an extent that it also touches on delicate issues such as paedophilia.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
The Kissing Booth
When teenager Elle's first kiss leads to a forbidden romance with the hottest boy in high school, she risks her relationship with her best friend.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.
Self Service Girls
A series of vignettes depict different sexual fantasies.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
Fall for Me
Lilli is suspicious of her sister's new fiance, but when an attractive stranger enters her life, she's suddenly distracted by the thralls of desire.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
Never Look Away
German artist Kurt Barnert has escaped East Germany and now lives in West Germany, but is tormented by his childhood under the Nazis and the GDR regime.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
Siegfried
The tale of Siegfried, a fearless dragon slayer who wins the heart of Celtic beauty Kriemhild.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
Hotel Desire
Antonia is a single mother who works as a hotel maid in Berlin. A normal hot summer day takes a dramatic turn when she crosses paths with a particular guest of the hotel, famous blind portrait painter Julius Pass.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
The Kissing Booth 2
With college decisions looming, Elle juggles her long-distance romance with Noah, changing relationship with bestie Lee and feelings for a new classmate.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.
John Tucker Must Die
After discovering they are all dating the same same guy, three popular students from different cliques band together for revenge, so they enlist the help of a new gal in town and conspire to break the jerk's heart, while destroying his reputation.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.
Eat Pray Bark
In this tumultuous comedy, five eccentric dog owners seek help in dealing with their four-legged friends. Their last hope: an intensive course with the charismatic and legendary dog trainer Nodon in the Tyrolean mountains.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
The Kissing Booth 3
It’s the summer before Elle heads to college, and she has a secret decision to make. Elle has been accepted into Harvard, where boyfriend Noah is matriculating, and also Berkeley, where her BFF Lee is headed and has to decide if she should stay or not.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.
Grand Prix of Europe
Edda, a young mouse and the daughter of fairground operator Erwin, dreams of becoming a race car driver. Ahead of the 50th anniversary of the European Grand Prix, Edda gets the opportunity to meet her idol, racing star Ed, and to help her father save his failing business. But to do so, she'll have to get behind the wheel herself.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
Relationship Goals
When TV producer Leah Caldwell aims to become the first woman running New York's top morning show, her ex competes for the same role. Leah stays focused on her career, until chemistry with her ex challenges her priorities.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.
Kissing My Sister
Teen brother and sister who rarely get to see each other fall in love with one another one summer.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Absurdistan.
The Wedding Singer
Robbie, a local rock star turned wedding singer, is dumped on the day of his wedding. Meanwhile, waitress Julia finally sets a wedding date with her fiancée Glenn. When Julia and Robbie meet and hit it off, they find that things are more complicated than anybody thought.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Absurdistan.