20 best movies like The Right Stuff (1983)


List of the best movies like The Right Stuff (1983): First Man, Stranded, Interstellar, Ad Astra, Space Station 3D, Napoleon, Conquest 1453, Endgame, In the Shadow of the Moon, Kai Po Che!.

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Markimdb: 7.3
Genredrama, biography, history
CountryUSA, Japan
Duration02:30

A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.

Markimdb: 6.5
Genredrama, adventure
CountryUSA

A retelling of the classic Swiss Family Robinson story.

Markimdb: 8.6
Genrefantastic, drama, adventure
CountryUSA, United Kingdom, Canada
Duration02:49

    Interstellar chronicles the adventures of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage.

    Markimdb: 6.5
    Genrefantastic, thriller, drama, adventure, detective
    CountryUSA, China, Brazil
    Duration02:36

    An astronaut travels to the outer edges of the solar system to find his father and unravel a mystery that threatens the survival of our planet. He uncovers secrets which challenge the nature of human existence and our place in the cosmos.

    Markimdb: 7.4
    Genredocumentary
    CountryCanada, USA
    Duration00:47

    Some 220 miles above Earth lies the International Space Station, a one-of-a-kind outer space laboratory that 16 nations came together to build. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this extraordinary structure in this spectacular IMAX film. Viewers will blast off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center and the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Russia for this incredible journey -- IMAX's first-ever space film. Tom Cruise narrates.

    Markimdb: 8.2
    Genredrama, military, biography, history
    CountryFrance
    Duration05:13

    A massive 5 1/2 hour biopic of Napoleon, tracing his career from his schooldays (where a snowball fight is staged like a military campaign), his flight from Corsica, through the French Revolution (where a real storm is intercut with a political storm) and the Terror, culminating in his triumphant invasion of Italy in 1797 (the film stops there because it was intended to be part one of six, but director Abel Gance never raised the money to make the other five). The film's legendary reputation is due to the astonishing range of techniques that Gance uses to tell his story, culminating in the final twenty-minute triptych sequence, which alternates widescreen panoramas with complex multiple- image montages projected simultaneously on three screens.

    Markimdb: 6.6
    Genreaction, drama, military, history
    CountryTurkey
    Duration02:42

    After the death of his father Murat II, Mehmet II ascends to the Ottoman throne. After braving internal and external enemies, he decides to complete what he was destined to do: Conquer Constantinople.

    Markimdb: 6.2
    Genredrama, history
    CountryUnited Kingdom, South Africa

    The time is the late '80s, a crucial period in the history of South Africa. President P.W. Botha is hanging on to power by a thread as the African National Congress (ANC) takes up arms against apartheid and the country tumbles toward insurrection. A British mining concern is convinced that their interests would be better served in a stable South Africa and they quietly dispatch Michael Young, their head of public affairs, to open an unofficial dialogue between the bitter rivals. Assembling a reluctant yet brilliant team to pave the way to reconciliation by confronting obstacles that initially seem insurmountable, Young places his trust in ANC leader Thabo Mbeki and Afrikaner philosophy professor Willie Esterhuyse. It is their empathy that will ultimately serve as the catalyst for change by proving more powerful than the terrorist bombs that threaten to disrupt the peaceful dialogue.

    Markimdb: 8
    Genredocumentary, history
    CountryUnited Kingdom, USA

    Archival material from the original NASA film footage – much of it seen for the first time – plus interviews with the surviving astronauts, including Jim Lovell, Dave Scott, John Young, Gene Cernan, Mike Collins, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Edgar Mitchell, Charlie Duke and Harrison Schmitt.

    Markimdb: 7.7
    Genredrama, sport
    CountryIndia

    Three friends growing up in India at the turn of the millennium set out to open a training academy to produce the country's next cricket stars.

    Markimdb: 5.9
    Genredrama, western
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:03

    When the government opens up the Oklahoma territory for settlement, restless Yancey Cravat claims a plot of the free land for himself and moves his family there from Wichita. A newspaperman, lawyer, and just about everything else, Cravat soon becomes a leading citizen of the boom town of Osage. Once the town is established, however, he begins to feel confined once again, and heads for the Cherokee Strip, leaving his family behind. During this and other absences, his wife Sabra must learn to take care of herself and soon becomes prominent in her own right.

    Markimdb: 7.1
    Genredrama, biography, history
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:18

    Charlton Heston stars as Renaissance artist Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni (6 March 1475 – 18 February 1564), who begrudgingly paints the Sistine Chapel for imperious Pope Julius II in this epic adaptation of Irvine Stone's novel directed by Carol Reed. While the novel covers Michelangelo's life from birth to death, the film focuses on the battle of wills between the perfectionist artist and the impatient Pope who commissions (and eventually commands) him to paint the famed chapel.

    Markimdb: 4.9
    Genredrama, biography
    CountryUSA

    Astronaut Lucy Cola returns to Earth after a transcendent experience during a mission to space – and begins to lose touch with reality in a world that now seems too small.

    Markimdb: 6.5
    Genredrama, military, biography, history
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:10

    The film portrays MacArthur's (Gregory Peck) life from 1942, before the Battle of Bataan, to 1952, the time after he had been removed from his Korean War command by President Truman (Ed Flanders) for insubordination, and is recounted in flashback as he visits West Point.

    Markimdb: 6.7
    Genredrama, military, biography
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    Duration02:05

    This historical drama is an account of the early life of British politician Winston Churchill, including his childhood years, his time as a war correspondent in Africa, and culminating with his first election to Parliament.

    Markimdb: 5.6
    Genrefantastic, thriller, drama
    CountryUSA, Germany

    A three-person crew on a mission to Mars faces an impossible choice when an unplanned passenger jeopardizes the lives of everyone on board.

    Markimdb: 5.2
    Genrehorror, fantastic, thriller, detective
    CountryUSA, Canada
    Duration01:29

      Officially, Apollo 17 was the last manned mission to the moon. But a year later in 1973, three American astronauts were sent on a secret mission to the moon funded by the US Department of Defense. What you are about to see is the actual footage which the astronauts captured on that mission. While NASA denies it's authenticity, others say it's the real reason we've never gone back to the moon.

      Markimdb: 6.6
      Genredrama, biography, history
      CountryRussia
      Duration01:48

      The film is dedicated to the first steps of mankind on the path of space exploration and direct the fate of the first cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. The main motif - the fight for the right to be first: the competition in the first cosmonaut, competition in missile technology, the confrontation of superpowers - the USSR and the USA. In the first group of astronauts were selected from three thousand fighter pilots across the country. In twenty of the legendary got the best of the best. Which of them will fly first, no one knew. In this way, had to contend not only with the pull of the earth ...

      Markimdb: 6.2
      Genreaction, adventure, cartoon
      CountryIndia
      Duration02:04

      The Story of a powerful king Kochadaiiyaan, and so does his Kingdom. But on a fateful day, one of his close friends plots against him and acquires his kingdom, while he was driven away. Kochadaiiyaan gets a baby boy Rana, who grows up to become a great warrior, and fights and redeems the kingdom that rightfully belongs to him.

      Markimdb: 5.2
      Genredrama, music
      CountryUSA

      During the Great Depression, identical twins are separated at birth. One, Drexel Hemsley becomes a wildly successful '50s rock star, while the other, Ryan Wade, struggles to balance his passion for music and pleasing his parents, who want him to become a preacher. Finally, Ryan rebels against his parents' wishes and launches his own music career -- performing the hits of Drexel Hemsley. Ryan later learns the truth about Drexel when their fates tragically collide.

      Markimdb: 8
      Genrefantastic, adventure
      CountryUnited Kingdom, USA, Hungary, Jordan
      Duration03:34

      During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive.

      Markimdb: 3.9
      Genrecomedy, melodrama, adventure, family, sport
      CountryRussia
      Duration01:54

      The amazing story of sports commentator Stepan Vershinin, which loses its prestigious place on television. In search of a new job, he becomes part of unusual competitions.

      Markimdb: 6.4
      Genreaction, drama, military, biography, history
      CountryIndia

      Story of Rani Lakshmibai, one of the leading figures of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and her resistance to the British Rule.

      Markimdb: 6.8
      Genreaction, thriller, drama
      CountryIndia
      Duration02:27

      On the request of his friend Kabir, SP Adil Sends him to the Naxal group as an informer. When Kabir finds the truth he becomes one of their gang leader.

      Markimdb: 7.8
      Genredrama, biography, history
      CountryUSA
      Duration02:32

      The untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA and serving as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history – the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.

      Markimdb: 5.7
      Genremelodrama, music
      CountryUnited Kingdom, Germany, Italy
      Duration01:25

      After suffering humiliation by the crew Invincible, street dancer Ash looks to gather the best dancers from around the world for a rematch.

      Markimdb: 6.3
      Genrefantastic, drama, adventure
      CountryUSA
      Duration01:44

      Texan Charles Farmer left the Air Force as a young man to save the family ranch when his dad died. Like most American ranchers, he owes his bank. Unlike most, he's an astrophysicist with a rocket in his barn - one he's built and wants to take into space. It's his dream. The FBI puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls him when he files a flight plan – but Charles is undeterred.

      Markimdb: 5.3
      Genrefantastic, action, adventure
      CountryUSA, Australia
      Duration01:43

        In a universe where human genetic material is the most precious commodity, an impoverished young Earth woman becomes the key to strategic maneuvers and internal strife within a powerful dynasty…

        Markimdb: 6.7
        Genredrama, biography, history
        CountryAustria, Germany, France
        Duration01:44

        Before Dawn charts the years of exile in the life of famous Jewish Austrian writer Stefan Zweig, his inner struggle for the "right attitude" towards the events in war torn Europe and his search for a new home.

        Markimdb: 6.9
        Genreaction, drama, biography, sport
        CountryIndia
        Duration02:02

        A chronicle of the life of Indian boxer 'Mary Kom' who went through several hardships before audaciously accomplishing her ultimate dream.

        Markimdb: 4.5
        Genrefantastic, action, thriller, drama, adventure, detective
        CountryUnited Kingdom, Germany
        Duration01:16

        In 2065, the crew of the Pegasus are searching for a new home for humanity. As they approach their potential new world, the discovery of another ship could be the key to their salvation, or doom them and the rest of humanity to extinction.

        Markimdb: 6.2
        Genredrama, adventure, biography, history
        CountryNorway
        Duration02:05

        Based on the true story of polar explorer, Roald Amundsen, this movie covers his life and the dangerous way to the pole.

        Markimdb: 5.6
        Genreaction, drama, biography
        CountryUSA, China, Canada

        Set against the backdrop of San Francisco’s Chinatown, this cross-cultural biopic chronicles Bruce Lee’s emergence as a martial-arts superstar after his legendary secret showdown with fellow martial artist Wong Jack Man.

        Markimdb: 5.8
        Genrefantastic, thriller, drama, adventure
        CountryUSA
        Duration02:14

        After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a Hurricane headed towards the launch site—and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule.

        Markimdb: 6
        Genredrama
        CountryUSA
        Duration01:52

        Set in suburban New Jersey in the 1960s, a group of friends form a rock band and try to make it big.

        Markimdb: 6.6
        Genrefantastic, action, adventure
        CountryUSA
        Duration02:12

          John Carter is a war-weary, former military captain who's inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars) and reluctantly becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. It's a world on the brink of collapse, and Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.

          Markimdb: 7.8
          Genredrama, family, biography
          CountryUSA
          Duration01:48

          Based on the true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes, and eventually became a NASA scientist.

          Markimdb: 7.1
          Genreaction, cartoon, military, history, anime
          CountryJapan

          The story follows a group of samurai attempting to defend Japan from the first Mongol invasion in 1274.

          Markimdb: 5.1
          Genrefantastic, thriller, detective
          CountryUSA, Australia

          After NASA picks up a trio of mysterious signals from within our own solar system, astronaut Roger Nelson is dispatched on a multi-year solo mission aboard the Magellan spacecraft to investigate the sources.

          Markimdb: 6.8
          Genredrama, military, biography, history
          CountryVenezuela, Spain
          Duration01:58

          Bolívar was instrumental in Latin America’s struggle for independence from the Spanish Empire, and is today considered one of the most influential politicians and emancipators in American history. Libertador is told from the viewpoint of Bolívar, portrayed by Ramírez, about his quests and epic military campaigns, which covered twice the territory Alexander the Great conquered, and his vision to unify South America.

          Markimdb: 7.2
          Genredrama, biography, history
          CountryUSA, Mexico

          With the help of their high school's newest teacher, four Hispanic students form a robotics club. Although they have no experience, the youths set their sights on a national robotics contest. With $800 and parts scavenged from old cars, they build a robot and compete against reigning champion MIT. Along the way, the students learn not only how to build a robot but something far more important: how to forge bonds that will last a lifetime.

          Markimdb: 4.8
          Genrefantastic, thriller, drama
          CountryUSA
          Duration02:31

          Captain William Stanaforth is on a one-way solo mission to take the first steps in colonising Mars. Like all pioneers throughout history, Stanaforth will face insurmountable odds and life and death decisions as he rockets bravely through space.

          Markimdb: 6.6
          Genrefantastic, action, drama
          CountryUSA, Mexico, Canada
          Duration01:49

          In the year 2159, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on an overpopulated, ruined Earth. Secretary Rhodes (Jodie Foster), a hard line government official, will stop at nothing to enforce anti-immigration laws and preserve the luxurious lifestyle of the citizens of Elysium. That doesn’t stop the people of Earth from trying to get in, by any means they can. When unlucky Max (Matt Damon) is backed into a corner, he agrees to take on a daunting mission that, if successful, will not only save his life, but could bring equality to these polarized worlds.

          Markimdb: 5.7
          Genremelodrama, drama, adventure, biography, history
          CountryUSA, Morocco
          Duration03:10

          A chronicle of Gertrude Bell's life, a traveler, writer, archaeologist, explorer, cartographer, and political attaché for the British Empire at the dawn of the twentieth century.

          Markimdb: 7.1
          Genredrama, biography, history
          CountryUnited Kingdom, South Africa, France
          Duration02:21

          A chronicle of Nelson Mandela's life journey from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa.

          Markimdb: 6.6
          Genredrama, family, biography, sport
          CountryUSA
          Duration01:55

          A young coach turns a losing high school football program around to go undefeated for 12 consecutive seasons.

          Markimdb: 7.5
          Genredrama, biography, sport
          CountryUSA
          Duration01:54

          Rudy grew up in a steel mill town where most people ended up working, but wanted to play football at Notre Dame instead. There were only a couple of problems. His grades were a little low, his athletic skills were poor, and he was only half the size of the other players. But he had the drive and the spirit of 5 people and has set his sights upon joining the team.

          Markimdb: 6.1
          Genrefantastic, action, drama, adventure
          CountryJapan
          Duration02:18

          In 2199, five years after the Gamilons began an invasion of Earth, the planet has been ravaged by the aliens' bombs. The remnants of humanity have fled underground to escape the irradiated surface. One day, former pilot Susumu Kodai discovers a capsule sent from the planet Iscandar that tells of a device that can remove the radiation from the Earth's surface. The Earth Defense Force rebuilds the battleship Yamato with a new type of propulsion system to make the 148,000 light year trip to Iscandar in hopes of saving the Earth. Within one year, the radiation will drive the rest of humanity to extinction.

          Markimdb: 5.9
          Genrefantastic, action
          CountryUSA
          Duration01:38

          The explorer craft USS Palomino is returning to Earth after a fruitless 18-month search for extra-terrestrial life when the crew comes upon a supposedly lost ship, the USS Cygnus, hovering near a black hole. The ship is controlled by Dr. Hans Reinhardt and his monstrous robot companion, but the initial wonderment and awe the Palomino crew feel for the ship and its resistance to the power of the black hole turn to horror as they uncover Reinhardt's plans.

          Markimdb: 7.7
          Genredrama, adventure, history
          CountryUSA
          Duration02:20

          The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1971, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism. Drifting more than 200,000 miles from Earth, the astronauts work furiously with the ground crew to avert tragedy.




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