Movies like Bakuman: 20 to watch next
If you loved Bakuman (2015) — a drama and comedy film directed by Hitoshi One — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Bakuman most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like friendship, rivalry and coming of age. 4 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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100 METERS 2025★ 7.8
Shares: Drama
A gifted runner trains a determined but unskilled classmate, unaware he's creating a rival who will challenge him on the track for years to come.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Look Back 2024★ 8.2
Shares: Drama
Popular, outgoing Fujino is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Mai Mai Miracle 2009★ 7.1
Shares: Drama
Inspired by her grandfather's stories, young Shinko embarks on wild flights of fancy about the history of the little town she lives in. But dreams can't fend off the realities of growing up.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Wood Job! 2014★ 7.4
Shares: Drama, Comedy
After failing his university entrance exam, Yuki Hirano sets his eyes on the role of a forestry trainee. Setting off for training he doubts his decision many times, but eventually after passing the training course, he is sent to Kamusari Village for a year of work experience - where he becomes assimilated with the beauty of nature and the warm-hearted people of the village.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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My Broken Mariko 2022★ 7.1
Shares: Drama
Shiino one day finds out that her best friend Mariko has committed suicide. After snatching Mariko's urn from her abusive father, Shiino heads to Marigaoka Cape, a place Mariko always wanted to go.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Little Vampire 3D 2017★ 6.1
Shares: Comedy
Tony, a thirteen-year-old boy on vacation in rural Germany, is fascinated by the idea of vampires. Meanwhile Rudolph, a vampire of "similar" age (313!), encounters trouble when his clan is threatened by a dangerously obsessed hunter. Fate brings these two boys together, as Tony & Rudolph set off an action-packed battle to stop the villain, save Rudolph's family and learn the power of friendship.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dream 9 Toriko x One Piece x Dragon Ball Z Super Collaboration Special!! 2013★ 7.3
Shares: Comedy
A two-part crossover special featuring characters from Dragon Ball Z, One Piece and Toriko.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin 2024★ 7.7
Shares: Comedy
Franklin is new to town and hoping to make friends, but his usual tactics don't work on the Peanuts gang. When the Soap Box Derby arrives, he's sure it's a chance to impress new pals and teams up with the only other unpartnered kid: Charlie Brown.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- 2024★ 7.6
Shares: Drama
When apathetic gamer Nagi agrees to join his rich classmate Mikage in soccer, their partnership leads to the famous Blue Lock program — and to changes.
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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Swing Vote 2008★ 5.8
Shares: Comedy, Drama
In a remarkable turn of events, the result of the presidential election comes down to one man's vote.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Tom and Jerry & The Wizard of Oz 2011★ 6.2
Shares: Comedy
After a deadly storm, Tom and Jerry find themselves stranded on an unknown island ruled by the evil Wizard of Oz. As they try to find their way back home, they worry for their master Dorothy's safety.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies 1986★ 6.9
Shares: Comedy
The great King Gurumes is searching for the Dragon Balls in order to put a stop to his endless hunger. A young girl named Pansy who lives in the nearby village has had enough of the treachery and decides to seek Muten Rōshi for assistance. Can our heroes save the village and put a stop to the Gurumes Army?
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Young Adult 2011★ 5.8
Shares: Comedy, Drama
A divorced writer from the Midwest returns to her hometown to reconnect with an old flame, who's now married with a family.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Ana 2020★ 6.3
Shares: Drama, Comedy
Ana meets Rafa in a chance encounter and they embark on a road trip to try and save him from bankruptcy, or worse.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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A Boy Named Charlie Brown 1969★ 7.0
Shares: Comedy, Drama
Poor Charlie Brown. He can't fly a kite, and he always loses in baseball. Having his faults projected onto a screen by Lucy doesn't help him much either. Against the sage advice and taunting of the girls in his class, he volunteers for the class spelling bee.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Crayon Shinchan the Movie: Action Kamen VS Leotard Devil 1993★ 7.1
Shares: Comedy
Everyone's favorite TV superhero Action Mask shows up in Kasukabe, and he's trying to get something from Shin-chan -- but what could it be?
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the Bold 2018★ 7.1
Shares: Comedy
Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang meet up with Batman and other friends to defeat evil villains and save the day.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Brave Little Toaster to the Rescue 1997★ 6.1
Shares: Comedy
When Toaster and the gang spark friendships with the playful animals at the veterinary hospital, they soon discover their new pals are about to be sent to a testing laboratory.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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New Dimension! Crayon Shinchan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~ 2023★ 7.2
Shares: Comedy
40-years ago, there was a prophecy claiming that in the year of “20” and “23”, two emitting lights would come to the Earth from outer space. And the dark light with strong power will bring out a huge disaster. In the summer of 2023, as predicted, two mysterious lights approach Japan and descend on Kasukabe. The white light hits Shin-chan, which makes him get a superpower. Meanwhile, a man called Mitsuru Hiriya, has been bathed in dark light and has acquired psychic powers begins to run amok. A man who wants the destruction of the world, Hiriya VS A happy-go-lucky kindergarten child, Shinnosuke. A superpower battle is going to begin!
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Penguin Highway 2018★ 7.2
Shares: Comedy
A fourth-grader investigates the mysterious reason behind the sudden appearance of penguins in his village, which is somehow related to a power from a young woman working at a dental clinic.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now