Movies Like Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016)

Barbershop: The Next Cut is a 2016 comedy, drama film from Malcolm D. Lee with a MovieMagicScore of 6.3/10. Here are 20 similar films, ranked by real viewer ratings — starting with Barbershop and Barbershop 2: Back in Business.

Comedy Drama

Barbershop

2002

A day in the life of a barbershop on the south side of Chicago. Calvin, who inherited the struggling business from his deceased father, views the shop as nothing but a burden and waste of his time. After selling the shop to a local loan shark, Calvin slowly begins to see his father's vision and legacy and struggles with the notion that he just sold it out.

6.4

MagicScore

Barbershop 2: Back in Business

2004

The continuing adventures of the barbers at Calvin's Barbershop. Gina, a stylist at the beauty shop next door, is now trying to cut in on his business. Calvin is again struggling to keep his father's shop and traditions alive--this time against urban developers looking to replace mom & pop establishments with name-brand chains. The world changes, but some things never go out of style--from current events and politics to relationships and love, you can still say anything you want at the barbershop.

6.0

MagicScore

Billu

2009

When a famous Bollywood actor visits a small village for a film's shoot, a poor hairdresser's claim that they were once childhood friends soon makes him the centre of attention.

6.4

MagicScore

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

1936

It is England in the 1830s. London's dockside is teeming with ships and sailors who have made their fortune in foreign lands. Sweeney Todd, a Fleet Street barber, awaits the arrival of men whose first port of call is for a good, close shave. For most it will be the last time they are seen alive. Using a specially designed barber's chair, Sweeney Todd despatches his victims to the cellar below, where he robs them of their new found fortunes and chops their remains into small pieces. Meanwhile, Mrs Lovett is enjoying a roaring trade for her popular penny meat pies.

5.5

MagicScore

Tremulous

2015

Carlos sweeps and mops the floor of an old-time barbershop. The day before Independence Day, among the customers is Julio. Their eyes meet, and when the barbershop closes Julio comes back for Carlos. They spend the night together, eating, chatting and even dancing, knowing full well that this encounter will be brief and short-lived.

6.5

MagicScore

Havoc

2005

A wealthy Los Angeles teen and her superficial friends wants to break out of suburbia and experience Southern California's "gangsta" lifestyle. But problems arise when the preppies get in over their heads and provoke the wrath of a violent Latino gang. Suddenly, their role-playing seems a little too real.

5.3

MagicScore

About My Father

2023

Encouraged by his girlfriend Ellie, Sebastian and his Italian immigrant father, Salvo, spend the 4th of July weekend with her wealthy and exceedingly eccentric family. The gathering soon develops into a culture clash, allowing father and son to discover the true meaning of family.

6.0

MagicScore

Hoop Dreams

1994

Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years.

7.6

MagicScore

Eternity

2025

In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.

7.0

MagicScore

#10

Moonwalker

1988

This fantastical movie inspired by the music of Michael Jackson features imaginative interpretations of hit tracks from the iconic 1987 album “Bad”.

7.1

MagicScore

#11

The Big Brawl

1980

A young Asian American martial artist is forced to participate in a brutal formal street-fight competition.

5.9

MagicScore

#12

How to Train Your Dragon 2

2014

Five years have passed since Hiccup and Toothless united the dragons and Vikings of Berk. Now, they spend their time charting unmapped territories. During one of their adventures, the pair discover a secret cave that houses hundreds of wild dragons -- and a mysterious dragon rider. Now, Hiccup and Toothless find themselves at the center of a battle to protect Berk from a power-hungry warrior.

7.7

MagicScore

#13

Boyka: Undisputed IV

2016

In the fourth installment of the fighting franchise, Boyka is shooting for the big leagues when an accidental death in the ring makes him question everything he stands for. When he finds out the wife of the man he accidentally killed is in trouble, Boyka offers to fight in a series of impossible battles to free her from a life of servitude.

7.2

MagicScore

#14

Backdraft 2

2019

Years after the original Backdraft, Sean, son of the late Steve "Bull" McCaffrey, is assigned to investigate a deadly fire only to realize it is something much more sinister.

6.4

MagicScore

#15

District 13: Ultimatum

2009

Damien and Leito return to District 13 on a mission to bring peace to the troubled sector that is controlled by five different gang bosses, before the city’s secret services take drastic measures to solve the problem.

6.4

MagicScore

#16

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

2023

Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

7.9

MagicScore

#17

Shaun the Sheep Movie

2015

When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it's up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

7.0

MagicScore

#18

Gamera 3: Revenge of Iris

1999

With the Gyaos re-emerging, Gamera's ties to humanity have been severed with his bond to Asagi broken. Nagamine and Asagi investigate while an orphaned girl named Ayana discovers a new creature she names Iris. Nagamine and Asagi must reach Ayana before she takes her revenge on Gamera, who she blames for the death of her family.

7.4

MagicScore

#19

Beauty Shop

2005

Far from Chicago, hairdresser Gina Norris has relocated to Atlanta with her daughter and has quickly established herself as a rare talent in her profession. But after repeatedly butting heads with her shady, over-the-top boss, Jorge, Norris sets out to create her own salon -- even snagging a few of Jorge's employees and clients. Now, Jorge will do anything to shut her down.

6.3

MagicScore

#20

The Big Tease

1999

Thinking he's competing in Los Angeles' hot Platinum Scissors contest, Scottish hairstylist Crawford leaves Glasgow with a film crew to capture the event. When he learns he's a mere audience member, Crawford must find a way to become the mane event.

5.7

MagicScore

Frequently asked

What are the best movies like Barbershop: The Next Cut?

The top films similar to Barbershop: The Next Cut by MovieMagicScore are Barbershop (6.4), Barbershop 2: Back in Business (6.0), Billu (6.4). Each shares comedy/drama themes and is ranked by real viewer ratings, not critics or studios.

Is Barbershop: The Next Cut worth watching?

Barbershop: The Next Cut holds a MovieMagicScore of 6.3/10 from 479 viewer ratings.

What kind of movie is Barbershop: The Next Cut?

Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016) is a comedy, drama film directed by Malcolm D. Lee, starring Ice Cube, Cedric the Entertainer, Regina Hall.

Where can I find more recommendations like Barbershop: The Next Cut?

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About movies like Barbershop: The Next Cut

This ranked list pairs Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016), a comedy and drama film from Malcolm D. Lee, with similar titles by genre, theme and cast overlap (fans of Ice Cube 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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