Movies like City of Women: 19 to watch next
If you loved City of Women (1980) — a comedy, adventure and fantasy film directed by Federico Fellini — these 19 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of City of Women most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like italy, empowerment and ladykiller. 4 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Strawberry Mansion 2021★ 6.7
Shares: Fantasy, Adventure
In the not-too-distant future, an all-seeing surveillance state conducts “dream audits” to collect taxes on the unconscious lives of the populace. Mild-mannered government agent James Preble travels to a remote farmhouse to audit the dreams of Arabella “Bella” Isadora, an eccentric, aging artist. Entering Bella’s vast VHS archive, which contains a lifetime of dreams, Preble stumbles upon a secret that offers him a chance at love—and hope for escape.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Primevals 2023★ 6.2
Shares: Fantasy, Adventure
Deep in the Himalayas, a group of sherpas kills a gigantic humanoid creature. Convinced that it is the legendary Yeti, Dr. Claire Collier organizes an expedition with her former student Matt Connor and hunter Rondo Montana, among others, to search for more specimens. But what awaits them is something that none of them could have imagined. A colorful fusion of real image and stop-motion that is reminiscent of fantastic films from the 1980s.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Arabian Nights 1974★ 6.5
Shares: Adventure, Fantasy
The final part of Pasolini's Trilogy of Life series is rich with exotic tales of slaves and kings, potions, betrayals, demons and, most of all, love and lovemaking in all its myriad forms. Mysterious and liberating, this is an exquisitely dreamlike and adult interpretation of the original folk tales.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Accident Man 2018★ 6.3
Shares: Adventure, Comedy
Mike Fallon, the Accident Man, is a stone cold killer. When a loved one is murdered by his own crew, Fallon is forced to avenge the one person who actually meant something to him.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Balls Up 2026★ 5.8
Shares: Comedy, Adventure
Two marketing executives go "balls out" and pitch a bold full‑coverage condom sponsorship with the World Cup. After their drunken celebration in Brazil sparks a global scandal, they must outrun furious fans, criminals, and power-hungry officials to salvage their careers and make it home alive.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Heavy Metal 1981★ 6.5
Shares: Adventure, Fantasy
The embodiment of ultimate evil, a glowing orb terrorizes a young girl with bizarre stories of dark fantasy, eroticism and horror.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Team America: World Police 2004★ 6.7
Shares: Adventure, Comedy
When North Korean ruler Kim Jong-il orchestrates a global terrorist plot, it's up to the heavily armed, highly specialized Team America unit to stop his dastardly scheme. The group, which has recruited troubled Broadway actor Gary Johnston, not only has to face off against Jong-il, but they must also contend with the Film Actors Guild, a cadre of Hollywood liberals at odds with Team America's 'policing the world' tactics.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Muriel's Wedding 1994★ 6.8
Shares: Comedy
Socially awkward Muriel Heslop wants nothing more than to get married. Unfortunately, due to her oppressive politician father, Muriel has never even been on a date. Ostracized by her more socially adept friends, Muriel runs into fellow outcast Rhonda Epinstalk, and the two move from their small Australian town to the big city of Sydney, where Muriel changes her name and begins the arduous task of redesigning her life to match her fantasies.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Big Blue 1988★ 7.4
Shares: Adventure
Childhood friends Jacques and Enzo share a passion for the danger of free diving. Jacques, following in the footsteps of his father, who died at sea when Jacques was a boy, harbors a remarkable ability to adjust his heart rate and breathing patterns in the water, with his vital signs more closely resembling those of dolphins than men.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Life Is Beautiful 1997★ 8.4
Shares: Comedy
A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Together 2000★ 7.0
Shares: Comedy
Elisabeth leaves her abusive and drunken husband Rolf, and goes to live with her brother, Göran. The year is 1975 and Göran lives in a commune called Together. Living in this leftist commune Elisabeth learns that the world can be viewed from different perspectives.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The African Queen 1952★ 7.3
Shares: Adventure
At the start of the First World War, in the middle of Africa’s nowhere, a gin soaked riverboat captain is persuaded by a strong-willed missionary to go down river and face-off a German warship.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Rumor Has It... 2005★ 5.7
Shares: Comedy
Sarah Huttinger learns that her family was the inspiration for the book and film "The Graduate" -- and that she just might be the offspring of the well-documented event.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Down to You 2000★ 5.2
Shares: Comedy
College coeds in New York City, Al, the son of a celebrity chef, and Imogen, a talented artist, become smitten the second they lay eyes on one another at a bar. However, the road to happiness is not a smooth one. Outside forces, including a predatory porn star who wants to lure Al into her bed, threaten to pull apart the young lovers before their romance has a chance to really flourish.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Tea with Mussolini 1999★ 6.4
Shares: Comedy
In 1930s fascist Italy, adolescent Luca just lost his mother. His father, a callous businessman, sends him to be taken care of by British expatriate Mary Wallace. Mary and her cultured friends - including artist Arabella, young widow Elsa, and archaeologist Georgie - keep a watchful eye over the boy. But the women's cultivated lives take a dramatic turn when Allied forces declare war on Mussolini.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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You Don't Mess with the Zohan 2008★ 5.7
Shares: Comedy
An Israeli counterterrorism soldier with a secretly fabulous ambition to become a Manhattan hairstylist. Zohan's desire runs so deep that he'll do anything -- including faking his own death and going head-to-head with an Arab cab driver -- to make his dreams come true.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Down with Love 2003★ 6.1
Shares: Comedy
In 1962 New York City, love blossoms between a playboy journalist and a feminist advice author.
Stream in India on Netflix
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My Best Friend's Wedding 1997★ 6.6
Shares: Comedy
When she receives word that her longtime platonic pal Michael O'Neal is getting married to debutante Kimberly Wallace, food critic Julianne Potter realizes her true feelings for Michael -- and sets out to sabotage the wedding.
Stream in India on Sony Liv, Sony Pictures Amazon Channel, Sonyliv Amazon Channel
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Naked 2002★ 5.4
Shares: Comedy
The story of three couples, one of which just broke up, one that seems to be about to, and one perfectly okay. They are all friends, and from time to time, they gather to talk about everything. One time, they gather for dinner at the second couple's "mansion“— the husband became rich with his business. We see each couple as they prepare themselves for the party and learn a lot about their relationships. At the dinner, they get to talking about recognizing each other's peer with closed eyes and decide to try it, naked.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now