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Movies Based On True Events

The Dirt 2019 Movie Daniel Webber as Vince Neil on stage singing as we follow the show from Tommy Lee's perspective or point of view

The Dirt [2019]

Comedy
Unashamedly entertaining, shallow, and hedonistic, The Dirt encapsulates that wild spirit of the eighties fueled by sex, drugs, alcohol, and great music.
Dark Waters 2019 Mark Ruffalo as Rob Bilott and Bill Camp as Wilbur Tennant looking at poisoned lake in Parkersburg

Dark Waters [2019]

Drama
A slow-burner drama/thriller based on actual events about one of the biggest pollution cases in the world that will make you question human society.

Jungle [2017]

Thriller
Based on true events, Jungle is a mixture of an adventure and survival movie, much like The Edge or The Revenant with great cinematography and acting.

Tolkien [2019]

Drama
Witness me, brothers! Mediocre! Not until recently have I realized that Nicholas Hoult, who’s starring in this biopic about J.R.R....

The Reef [2010]

Thriller
Based on true events, this shark movie with an incredibly intense atmosphere and great underwater scenes is one of the best in this sub-genre
Instant Family 2018 Movie Mark Wahlberg as Pete and Rose Byrne as Ellie dinner scene

Instant Family [2018]

Comedy
Heart-warming comedy with great performances based on the director's own experiences after he and his wife decided to adopt three kids.
The Bank Job 2008 Movie Jason Statham planning robbery with friends

The Bank Job [2008]

Thriller
Starring young Jason Statham, The Bank Job is based on one of the strangest heists ever pulled off. Engaging and thrilling, it's a must-see!
Thor Heyerdahl and his friends leaving from Peru on their expedition to find Polynesian islands

Kon-Tiki [2012]

Action
A heart-warming adventure movie based on true events that will make you rediscover your inner explorer and binge all other adventure movies out there!
In the Heart of the Sea [2015] Whaling ship Essex

In the Heart of the Sea [2015]

Action
Sea epic based on true events that served as an inspiration for the novel Moby Dick. Follows the whaling ship Essex and its sinking by a giant white whale.
Kill The Messenger 2014 movie Jeremy Renner as Gary Webb scene

Kill the Messenger [2014]

Thriller
A very engaging and authentic movie based on the life of Gary Webb, an investigative journalist who broke the story about the US involvement in Nicaragua.
Blue Caprice [2013] Movie Review Recommendation

Blue Caprice [2013]

Drama
An atmospheric indie drama about the 2002 Beltway sniper attacks. It tries to chronicle the path of the shooter and reasons why this attack happened.
Behind the Candelabra [2013] Movie Michael Douglas as Liberace on stage playing piano

Behind the Candelabra [2013]

Drama
An honest look into the life of one of the most famous performers of the sixties and seventies with a great script and very strong cast.