Movies Like The Beast Within: Making Alien (2003)

The Beast Within: Making Alien is a 2003 documentary film from Charles de Lauzirika with a MovieMagicScore of 8.2/10. Here are 20 similar films, ranked by real viewer ratings — starting with One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 and Wick Is Pain.

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One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5

2026

An inside look at the years of effort and craft that went into the final installment of the Duffer Brothers' generation-defining series.

7.7

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Wick Is Pain

2025

Witness the never-before-seen footage and true story behind the John Wick phenomenon – from independent film to billion-dollar franchise.

7.5

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The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness

2013

Follows the behind-the-scenes work of Studio Ghibli, focusing on the notable figures Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki.

7.5

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Through the Eyes of Forrest Gump

1994

A look behind the scenes of Robert Zemeckis' 1994 Oscar-winning film, 'Forrest Gump'.

7.5

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Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story

2025

The authorized documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews with acclaimed Hollywood directors alongside Steven Spielberg, top shark scientists, and conservationists, the film uncovers the behind-the-scenes chaos and how the film launched the summer blockbuster, inspired a new wave of filmmakers, and paved the way for shark conservation that continues today.

7.5

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Society of the Snow: Who Were We on the Mountain?

2024

An in-depth look at the creative process behind "Society of the Snow," featuring cast, crew, director J.A. Bayona and even real-life survivors.

7.4

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The Fear of God: 25 Years of The Exorcist

1998

A behind-the-scenes retrospective made for the twenty-fifth anniversary of the classic horror film, The Exorcist. Includes interviews with Linda Blair and the other stars of the film, along with commentary from the director and writer on some of the deeper meanings behind the elements they used to terrify their audiences, and previously unreleased footage including make-up tests and deleted scenes.

7.3

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The Walking Dead: The Return

2024

Stars of "The Walking Dead," Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, walk down memory lane and visit iconic locations where pivotal moments between their characters, Rick and Michonne, were filmed.

7.3

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78/52

2017

The most famous murder scene in movie history comprises 78 camera settings and 52 cuts: the shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. 78/52 tells the story of the man behind the curtain and his greatest obsession.

7.2

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#10

The Mockingjay Lives: The Making of the Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1

2015

Documentary film about the making of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. An impressively in depth assortment of seven featurettes that look at a variety of subjects, from casting to visual effects. - Hope and Rebellion: Continuing the Saga - Designing Dystopia: Visual Aesthetic - Rebels and Warriors: The Cast - Fusing Form and Function: Costume, Make-Up and Hair - Fighting the System: Shooting on Location - D13: Rebellion Tactics: Stunts and Special Effects - Perfecting Panem: The Post-Production Process

7.2

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#11

Game of Thrones: The Last Watch

2019

For a year, acclaimed British filmmaker Jeanie Finlay was embedded on the set of the hit HBO series “Game of Thrones,” chronicling the creation of the show’s most ambitious and complicated season. Debuting one week after the series 8 finale, GAME OF THRONES: THE LAST WATCH delves deep into the mud and blood to reveal the tears and triumphs involved in the challenge of bringing the fantasy world of Westeros to life in the very real studios, fields and car-parks of Northern Ireland. Made with unprecedented access, GAME OF THRONES: THE LAST WATCH is an up-close and personal portrait from the trenches of production, following the crew and the cast as they contend with extreme weather, punishing deadlines and an ever-excited fandom hungry for spoilers. Much more than a “making of” documentary, this is a funny, heartbreaking story, told with wit and intimacy, about the bittersweet pleasures of what it means to create a world – and then have to say goodbye to it.

7.1

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#12

Filmworker

2018

The story of Leon Vitali, who surrendered his promising acting career to become Stanley Kubrick's devoted right-hand man.

7.1

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#13

Capturing Avatar

2010

Capturing Avatar is a feature length behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Avatar. It uses footage from the film's development, as well as stock footage from as far back as the production of Titanic in 1995. Also included are numerous interviews with cast, artists, and other crew members. The documentary was released as a bonus feature on the extended collector's edition of Avatar.

7.0

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#14

The Hamster Factor and Other Tales of 'Twelve Monkeys'

1996

A documentary following Terry Gilliam through the creation of "Twelve Monkeys."

6.9

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#15

Dogville Confessions

2004

A documentary on the creation of Lars von Trier's fascinating drama Dogville starring amongst others Nicole Kidman, Paul Bettany, Stellan Skarsgård, Ben Gazzara, Lauren Bacall and James Caan. Showcasing behind-the-scenes footage and providing a much deeper look inside the world of filmmaking including some moments of insight that are hard to believe.

6.8

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#16

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

2022

This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.

6.8

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#17

His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th

2010

A retrospective documentary about the groundbreaking horror series, Friday the 13th, featuring interviews with cast and crew from the twelve films spanning 3 decades.

6.7

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#18

Final Cut

2022

Things go badly for a small film crew shooting a low-budget zombie movie when they are attacked by real zombies.

6.8

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#19

Minions & Monsters

2026

This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created.

7.5

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#20

The Making of 'Kill Bill Vol. 1'

2003

The documentary of Kill Bill Vol. 1, and how it was made. This is a documentary found on the DVD of Kill Bill Vol. 1. It consists of interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and clips of the movie.

8.3

MagicScore

Frequently asked

What are the best movies like The Beast Within: Making Alien?

The top films similar to The Beast Within: Making Alien by MovieMagicScore are One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 (7.7), Wick Is Pain (7.5), The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (7.5). Each shares documentary themes and is ranked by real viewer ratings, not critics or studios.

Is The Beast Within: Making Alien worth watching?

The Beast Within: Making Alien holds a MovieMagicScore of 8.2/10 from 22 viewer ratings, putting it among the better-reviewed titles in its genre.

What kind of movie is The Beast Within: Making Alien?

The Beast Within: Making Alien (2003) is a documentary film directed by Charles de Lauzirika, starring Ridley Scott, Sigourney Weaver, Harry Dean Stanton.

Where can I find more recommendations like The Beast Within: Making Alien?

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