Movies like A Detective Story: 20 to watch next
If you loved A Detective Story (2003) — a science fiction, animation and crime film directed by Shinichiro Watanabe — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of A Detective Story most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like anime and movie. 2 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Beyond 2003★ 7.3
Shares: Science Fiction, Animation
While looking for her cat, a young woman and some kids find an abandoned building where strange things happen and the rules of physics don't always apply. Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts set in the Matrix universe.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Kid's Story 2003★ 7.1
Shares: Science Fiction, Animation
A high school student is haunted by thoughts of "The Matrix" and a person named "Neo".
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Matriculated 2003★ 6.6
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
The human resistance works to convert a sentinel to their side. Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts set in the Matrix universe.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Mooned 2023★ 6.5
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Villainous Vector must figure out how to get off the moon and return to Earth.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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No Time for Nuts 2006★ 7.4
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Scrat comes across a time machine and is transported to various times all in pursuit of his beloved acorn.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Groot's Pursuit 2022★ 7.0
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Groot investigates a spooky noise that’s been haunting the Quadrant, which leads to an intense dance off.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Groot Takes a Bath 2022★ 7.1
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Everybody needs some alone time to relax and wash up, but things go quite differently when you’re a Flora Colossi toddler.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Megamind: The Button of Doom 2011★ 6.7
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
For their first day on the job as the new protectors of Metro City, Megamind and Minion are selling off the gadgets from their evil lair. But when one seemingly harmless "button" unleashes the gigantic robot MEGA-MEGAmind, the duo will have to resort to their old tricks to restore order.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Almost Home 2014★ 6.3
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
A group of aliens searching for a new planet on which to make home, with little success. Promotional short for Dreamworks Animation's forthcoming feature, Home.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Little Guy 2022★ 7.3
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Groot discovers a miniature civilization that believes the seemingly enormous tree toddler is the hero they’ve been waiting for.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III 2010★ 7.5
Shares: Science Fiction, Animation
Millions of years from now, after Socrates, Shakespeare and the bible are long forgotten, only two great works will remain: the sci-fi cinema epic Star Wars and Adult Swim's stop-motion animated, cheap gag extravanganza Robot Chicken. And now, for the first time, they come together for the third time, in this all new special. That's right, all your mot beloved Star Wars characters are going back through the comedy meat grinder.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders 2016★ 6.5
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Adam West and Burt Ward return to their iconic roles of Batman and Robin. The film sees the superheroes going up against classic villains like The Joker, The Riddler, The Penguin and Catwoman, both in Gotham City… and in space.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Mass Effect: Paragon Lost 2012★ 6.2
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
An untold chapter in the Mass Effect saga, following the early career of Alliance Marine, James Vega, as he leads a squad of elite special forces into battle against a mysterious alien threat known as The Collectors. Stationed at a colony in a remote star system, Vega and his troops must protect the inhabitants from an invasion of the deadly insectoid warriors determined to collect the population for unknown purposes. Soon after the attack, Vega's commanding officer falls in battle, forcing the young officer to embrace the responsibility of leadership for the colony's survival. Having idolized Earth's greatest hero and warrior, Commander Shepard (the central character in the Mass Effect video games), the young and idealistic Vega must now make life and the death decisions that will effect not only the lives of his squad, but the lives of every person in the colony - all of whom he has sworn to protect...
Stream in India on Crunchyroll, Sony Liv, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
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Jimmy Timmy Power Hour 2004★ 7.1
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Mayhem reigns supreme in the animated kingdom as whiz kid Jimmy Neutron and Timmy from "The Fairly Oddparents" swap places in each other's worlds.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian 2026★ 6.6
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
The Mandalorian and Grogu join their misfit allies for an epic party, celebrating their heroism. As friends regale the crowd with tales of their adventures, a pirate threat looms.
Stream in India on JioHotstar
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Auntie Edna 2018★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Taking place during the events of Incredibles 2, Edna Mode babysits Jack-Jack.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Runaway Brain 1995★ 6.8
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
In an attempt to convince Minnie that he hasn't forgotten to buy her an anniversary present, Mickey Mouse ends up promising to take her to Hawaii. Funds being short, he applies for a job as lab assistant to the sinister Dr. Frankenollie, who happens to be searching for a donor to provide his monstrous creation with a brain.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Magnum Opus 2022★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Groot sets out to paint a family portrait of himself and the Guardians, only to discover just how messy the artistic process can be.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Titan A.E. 2000★ 6.6
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
A young man finds out that he holds the key to restoring hope and ensuring survival for the human race, while an alien species called the Drej are bent on mankind's destruction.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Jimmy Timmy Power Hour 2: When Nerds Collide 2006★ 6.7
Shares: Animation, Science Fiction
Cartoon worlds collide in this hourlong adventure starring whiz kid Jimmy Neutron and Timmy Turner from "The Fairly OddParents." When the boys duel over Cindy Vortex, it draws the attention of Jimmy's archenemy, Prof. Calamitous, who teams with Wanda and Cosmo, forcing Jimmy and Timmy to work together to save the world from the all-powerful villain.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now