226 Best True-story-based Movies To Watch - A Good Movie To Watch
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They say art imitates life, especially in the case of movies that are based on a true story. Whether you're interested in historical events or iconic biopics, here are the best true story-based movies and shows to stream now.
The Emperor and the Assassin (1998)
7.0
The stunning and slightly more accurate account of China’s unification, complete with battles and palace intrigue
The Promised Land (2023)
7.5
Mads Mikkelsen overcomes the impossible in this sweeping historical Danish epic
Io Capitano (2023)
8.7
A devastating portrayal of the migrant crisis, infused with wonderful magical realism
Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story (2024)
8.5
A mesmerizing Pixar-like film about pure, utter friendship
Stand and Deliver (1988)
7.4
An inspirational, if a bit embellished, depiction of a maverick math teacher
The Whole Wide World (1996)
7.0
The father of sword and sorcery remembered in this sweet, if a bit baffling, romantic melodrama
Bent (1997)
7.0
The groundbreaking historical queer play makes the jump to the screen in this decent adaptation
Turtles Can Fly (2005)
8.0
A realistic and well-made Kurdish drama that’s absolutely devastating
The Great Battle (2018)
7.0
Ancient Korean warriors take a stand in this action-packed, spectacular historical epic
The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002)
7.0
A rare and thoughtful depiction of one of India’s freedom fighters
The Final: Attack on Wembley (2024)
7.0
Focused and descriptive accounts of the UEFA Euro 2020 anarchy at Wembley Stadium
Ray (2004)
7.1
Jamie Foxx pays homage to the Genius in this lively and spirited biopic