Movies like Bear Country: 20 to watch next
If you loved Bear Country (1953) — a documentary film directed by James Algar — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Bear Country most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like nature and short film. 8 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red 2022★ 6.8
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A feature length documentary about the all-women team at the helm of Pixar's original feature, Turning Red. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Director Domee Shi and her core leadership crew, this story shines a light on the powerful professional and personal journeys that brought this incredibly comical, utterly relatable, and deeply heartfelt story to the screen.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience 2016★ 6.9
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A celebration of the universe, displaying the whole of time, from its start to its final collapse. This film examines all that occurred to prepare the world that stands before us now: science and spirit, birth and death, the grand cosmos and the minute life systems of our planet.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Powaqqatsi 1988★ 7.2
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An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible 2021★ 7.3
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In 2019, Nepalese mountain climber Nirmal “Nims” Purja set out to do the unthinkable by climbing the world’s fourteen highest summits in less than seven months. (The previous record was eight years). He called the effort “Project Possible 14/7” and saw it as a way to inspire others to strive for greater heights in any pursuit. The film follows his team as they seek to defy naysayers and push the limits of human endurance.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Naqoyqatsi 2002★ 6.2
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A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Mountain 2017★ 6.9
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An epic cinematic and musical collaboration between SHERPA filmmaker Jennifer Peedom and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, that explores humankind's fascination with high places.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Extremis 2016★ 6.9
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A purely observational non-fiction film that takes viewers into the ethically murky world of end-of-life decision making in a public hospital.
Stream in India on Netflix
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The Irishman: In Conversation 2019★ 7.5
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Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino in conversation about The Irishman.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Koyaanisqatsi 1983★ 7.9
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Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Capturing Avatar 2010★ 7.0
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Capturing Avatar is a feature length behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Avatar. It uses footage from the film's development, as well as stock footage from as far back as the production of Titanic in 1995. Also included are numerous interviews with cast, artists, and other crew members. The documentary was released as a bonus feature on the extended collector's edition of Avatar.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Class of ‘92 2013★ 7.1
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A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 2022★ 7.2
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An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye 2022★ 7.2
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Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Seduced and Abandoned 2013★ 6.2
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SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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End Game 2018★ 7.2
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Filmed and edited in intimate vérité style, this movie follows visionary medical practitioners who are working on the cutting edge of life and death and are dedicated to changing our thinking about both.
Stream in India on Netflix
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The Year Earth Changed 2021★ 7.9
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Never-before-seen footage shows how our living in lockdown opened the door for nature to bounce back and thrive. Across the seas, skies, and lands, Earth found its rhythm when we came to a stop.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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180° South 2010★ 7.3
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The film follows adventurer Jeff Johnson as he retraces the epic 1968 journey of his heroes Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins to Patagonia.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return 2022★ 6.8
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This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Earth 2007★ 7.7
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An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you in EARTH. Disneynature brings you a remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet – polar bears, elephants and humpback whales.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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John Candy: I Like Me 2025★ 7.9
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Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads