Movies Like Thriller 40 (2023)

Thriller 40 is a 2023 documentary, music film from Nelson George with a MovieMagicScore of 8.5/10. Here are 20 similar films, ranked by real viewer ratings — starting with Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions and Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry.

Documentary Music

Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions

2020

An intimate concert film, in which Taylor Swift performs each song from her album 'folklore' in order, as she reveals the meaning and the stories behind all 17 tracks for the very first time.

8.5

MagicScore

Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry

2021

This documentary offers a deeply intimate look at extraordinary teenager Billie Eilish. Award-winning filmmaker R.J. Cutler follows her journey on the road, onstage, and at home with her family as the writing and recording of her debut album changes her life.

8.2

MagicScore

Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles

2021

Fresh off the heels of her brand-new album, "Happier Than Ever," this cinematic concert experience features an intimate performance of every song in the album's sequential order – for the first and only time – from the stage of the legendary Hollywood Bowl.

7.8

MagicScore

P!nk: All I Know So Far

2021

A behind-the-scenes look at P!NK as she balances family and life on the road, leading up to her first Wembley Stadium performance on 2019's "Beautiful Trauma" world tour.

7.7

MagicScore

This Is It

2009

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.

7.3

MagicScore

Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall

2016

Director Spike Lee chronicles Michael Jackson's early rise to fame.

7.0

MagicScore

a-ha: The Movie

2021

When "Take On Me" reached nr 1 on Billboard in the US in 1985, the dream came true. Or did it? The band was not prepared for what the success could bring, including tension between the three band members.

6.8

MagicScore

Break the Silence: The Movie

2020

K-pop sensation BTS embark on their 2019 'Love Yourself: Speak Yourself' Tour, as the seven members begin to candidly tell personal stories they have never voiced before.

9.0

MagicScore

Little Mix: LM5: The Tour Film

2020

Following the release of their fifth studio album ‘LM5’, Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall embarked on ‘LM5 The Tour’ in 2019, taking in 40 arenas across Europe, including Spain, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, UK and Ireland. They sold over 400,000 tickets including an almighty 5 sold out shows at the 02 London. This film was recorded at the final show of the tour at London’s iconic 02 arena. In a career spanning set of nineteen songs the group perform hits such as ‘Shout Out to My Ex’, ‘Woman Like Me’, ‘Wings’ and ‘Touch’ to a crowd of over 15,000.

8.8

MagicScore

#10

Britney Spears: Live from Las Vegas

2001

Have you ever had a dream that felt so real, you couldn't tell the difference between the real world and the dream world? On November 18, 2001, the world's biggest star, Britney Spears, brought her "Dream Within a Dream" Tour to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in legendary Las Vegas. Watch this defining concert, witnessed by millions of fans, as it was broadcast live on HBO.

8.5

MagicScore

#11

Miley: The Movement

2013

In this one-hour documentary, superstar Miley Cyrus allows unprecedented access into her extraordinary life as she rises to the challenge of presenting a new and sometimes controversial persona to the public. As a teenage star, Miley amassed millions of passionate international fans who followed her every move. Three years later, she attempts to shed her previous image while embracing music full time. Whether in the studio, at a performance, or on the set of her latest music video, Miley exudes the confidence of a creative young woman in a period of radical self-discovery who still inspires legions of admirers while confronting her critics. Ultimately, the film is an intimate portrait that captures Miley's exuberantand spirited life, her evolving identity, and her exciting transformation into amusic icon.

8.2

MagicScore

#12

Miss Americana

2020

A raw and emotionally revealing look at one of the most iconic artists of our time during a transformational period in her life as she learns to embrace her role not only as a songwriter and performer, but as a woman harnessing the full power of her voice.

7.8

MagicScore

#13

Freddie Mercury: The Untold Story

2000

Freddie Mercury (1946-91) was not just a man with one of the most pure and amazing voices the world has heard, but he was also the lead singer for Queen, the most enthusiastic rock band in history.

7.7

MagicScore

#14

Demi Lovato: Simply Complicated

2017

A personal and intimate look into Demi Lovato's life as not only a regular 25 year old, but also one of the biggest pop stars in the world.

7.6

MagicScore

#15

Gaga: Five Foot Two

2017

Follow pop provocateur Lady Gaga as she releases a new album, preps for her Super Bowl halftime show, and confronts physical and emotional struggles.

7.4

MagicScore

#16

Dont Look Back

1967

In this wildly entertaining vision of one of the twentieth century’s greatest artists, Bob Dylan is surrounded by teen fans, gets into heated philosophical jousts with journalists, and kicks back with fellow musicians Joan Baez, Donovan, and Alan Price.

7.4

MagicScore

#17

Britney vs. Spears

2021

Journalist Jenny Eliscu and filmmaker Erin Lee Carr investigate Britney Spears' fight for freedom by way of exclusive interviews and confidential evidence.

7.1

MagicScore

#18

I'm Going to Tell You a Secret

2005

A documentary that follows Madonna on her 2004 Re-Invention World Tour.

6.6

MagicScore

#19

Madonna: Truth or Dare

1991

From the rains of Japan, through threats of arrest for 'public indecency' in Canada, and a birthday tribute to her father in Detroit, this documentary follows Madonna on her 1990 'Blond Ambition' concert tour. Filmed in black and white, with the concert pieces in glittering MTV color, it is an intimate look at the work of the icon, from a prayer circle before each performance to bed games with the dance troupe afterwards.

6.2

MagicScore

#20

TOMORROW X TOGETHER: OUR LOST SUMMER

2023

TOMORROW X TOGETHER are back post-pandemic and are ready to embark on their first world tour from Seoul to North America. The band's nerves and excitement are kicking in, but they have challenged themselves to give the performance of a lifetime.

9.5

MagicScore

Frequently asked

What are the best movies like Thriller 40?

The top films similar to Thriller 40 by MovieMagicScore are Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (8.5), Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (8.2), Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles (7.8). Each shares documentary/music themes and is ranked by real viewer ratings, not critics or studios.

Is Thriller 40 worth watching?

Thriller 40 holds a MovieMagicScore of 8.5/10 from 78 viewer ratings, putting it among the better-reviewed titles in its genre.

What kind of movie is Thriller 40?

Thriller 40 (2023) is a documentary, music film directed by Nelson George, starring Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney.

Where can I find more recommendations like Thriller 40?

Browse the full ranked list above, or explore more documentary recommendations on MovieMagicScore, where every list is ordered by genuine viewer ratings.

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About movies like Thriller 40

This ranked list pairs Thriller 40 (2023), a documentary and music film from Nelson George, with similar titles by genre, theme and cast overlap (fans of Michael Jackson take note). Unlike critic-driven sites, every position here is ordered by MovieMagicScore — a rating built only from real viewers, with no studio marketing or paid placement. Scores update as more people rate, so the list stays current.

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