Watching movies based on true stories have its own charm; be it paranormal, inspirational, or something that’ll shake you to your core. If you enjoy true stories and have run out of options, you’re in luck because I am going to provide you with 11 Best Movies on Netflix Based on True Stories that is a must-watch! So without further ado, scroll down!
1)The Swimmers
| Director | Sally El Hosaini |
| Release Date | November 10, 2022 |
| Genre | Drama/Sports |
| Cast | Nathalie Issa, Mattias Schweighfer, Manal Issa |
| Character Names | Yusra Mardini, Sven, Sarah Mardini |
| Famous Dialogue | I’m trying to do the best I can. I’m not concerned with tomorrow, but with what goes on today. |
| IMDb rating | 7.4/10 |
| Shooting Location | Berlin, Damascus |
Two Syrian sisters, refugees from the war-torn city of Damascus, battled the choppy waters of the Mediterranean in an attempt to reach Greece. After being granted asylum, they went on to compete in the Rio Olympic Games.
2)The Disaster Artist
The astounding true story of Tommy Wiseau, an aspiring filmmaker with an outsider perspective in Hollywood, and his best friend as they follow their ambitions and embark on the humorous odyssey of making the iconic, cult classic “The Room.”
| Director | James Franco |
| Release Date | December 8, 2017 |
| Genre | Drama/Comedy drama |
| Cast | James Franco, Tommy Wiseau, Dave Franco |
| Character Names | Tommy Wiseau, Henry, Greg Sestero |
| Famous Dialogue | I aim where I aim, just do the scene. |
| IMDb rating | 7.3/10 |
| Shooting Location | San Fernando Valley |
3)The Siege of Jadotville
| Director | Richie Smyth |
| Release Date | September 19, 2016 |
| Genre | War/Drama |
| Cast | Jamie Dornan, Mark Strong, Conor MacNeil |
| Character Names | Commander Patrick, Conor Cruise, Radio Operator |
| Famous Dialogue | I once heard a man say that, in Africa, the sun is like a furnace that either melts you or forges you |
| IMDb rating | 7.2/10 |
| Shooting Location | Jadotville, Cong |
A 150-strong Irish battalion holds out against a siege launched by 3,000 Congolese soldiers backed by French and Belgian mercenaries employed by mining companies.
4)Official Secrets
| Director | Gavin Hood |
| Release Date | January 28, 2019 |
| Genre | Thriller/Drama |
| Cast | Keira Knightley, Katherine Gun, Ralph Fiennes |
| Character Names | Katherine Gun, Ben Emmerson |
| Famous Dialogue | What we know, is that Saddam has this material. |
| IMDb rating | 7.3/10 |
| Shooting Location | Yorkshire |
In 2003, as tensions were rising in anticipation of a war in Iraq, British intelligence specialist Katharine Gun was presented a memo from the NSA that made her deeply uneasy. The memo asked her to collate information that could be used to blackmail U.N. Security Council members into voting in support of an invasion of Iraq. Gun was unwilling to cooperate in what she perceived as an unjust war and decided to leak the memo to the press, going against her government’s wishes.
5)Little girls
| Director | Tyler Perry |
| Release Date | February 14, 2007 |
| Genre | Romance/Drama |
| Cast | Idris Elba, Gabrielle Union, Louis Gossett |
| Character Names | Monty, Julia, Willie |
| Famous Dialogue | Hey, look, I try to support black owned business but this is absolutely ridiculous. |
| IMDb rating | 5.8/10 |
| Shooting Location | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
Desperate to track down her missing daughter, a determined woman commences a private inquiry that guides law enforcement to the unsolved homicides of female sex workers.
6)Frost/Nixon
| Director | Ron Howard |
| Release Date | December 5, 2008 |
| Genre | Drama/Historical drama |
| Cast | Frank Langella, Michael Sheen, Kevin Bacon |
| Character Names | Richard Nixon, David Frost, Jack Brennan |
| Famous Dialogue | Well, when the president does it, that means that it is not illegal |
| IMDb rating | 7.7/10 |
| Shooting Location | Palos Verdes Estates, California, USA |
In 1977, the Watergate scandal concluded Richard Nixon’s (Frank Langella) presidency. Three years later, the former president selected British TV personality David Frost (Michael Sheen) to do a one-on-one, exclusive interview. Despite Nixon’s confidence that he could mislead Frost, and Frost’s team’s doubts about his capability, the interview became a candid and revealing one to the public.
7)Philomena
| Director | Stephen Frears |
| Release Date | November 1, 2013 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Cast | Steve Coogan, Judi Dench, Sophie Kennedy |
| Character Names | Martin Sixsmith, Philomena Lee |
| Famous Dialogue | I forgive you because I don’t want to remain angry. |
| IMDb rating | 7.6/10 |
| Shooting Location | London and Northern Ireland |
Philomena’s true story is a heartbreaking yet inspiring one. Her journey is full of hope and courage, and her and Martin’s friendship is an inspiring reminder of the power of love and friendship. An Irish teenager, found herself in a difficult situation when she became pregnant outside of marriage. The nuns at the convent she was sent to take away her baby, Anthony, and put him up for adoption in the United States when he was just a toddle
8)Operation Odessa
| Director | Tiller Russell |
| Release Date | March 9, 2018 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Cast | Dick Gregorie, Ludwig Fainberg, Kristy Galeota |
| Character Names | Dick Gregorie, Ludwig Fainberg, Kristy Galeota |
| Famous Dialogue | I have to tell you, all my enemies are dead and I’m happy. |
| IMDb rating | 7.7/10 |
| Shooting Location | – |
This documentary is a thrilling account of a remarkable story that captivated the public: the tale of a Russian mobster, a Miami playboy/ spy who joined forces to sell a nuclear submarine to a Colombian drug cartel. Spanning from Brooklyn to Miami to Cali to Moscow, the film chronicles the adventure of the three friends as they try to con the Russian mafia, the Cali cartel, and the DEA for the ultimate payoff. This remarkable story has been shrouded in mystery, until now.
9)Amina
| Director | Izu Ojukwu |
| Release Date | 2021 |
| Genre | – |
| Cast | Lucy Ameh, Ali Nuhu, Sani Musa Danja |
| Character Names | Amina, Dajuma, Barde |
| Famous Dialogue | – |
| IMDb rating | 4/10 |
| Shooting Location | Nigeria |
‘Amina’ is a poignant tale of a woman who is faced with a difficult and unexpected challenge. After an unanticipated pregnancy leaves her feeling overwhelmed and confused, she is determined to make a life for herself and her child. Unfortunately, her journey is not an easy one and she finds herself sinking deeper into emotional turmoil. Despite her best efforts, she eventually finds herself in a mental institution, feeling lost, alone, and unstable.
10)Fatherhood
| Director | Paul Weitz |
| Release Date | June 18, 2021 |
| Genre | Drama/Comedy |
| Cast | Kevin Hart, DeWanda Wise, Melody Hurd |
| Character Names | Matthew Logelin, Swan, Maddy Logeline |
| Famous Dialogue | You know Maddy, if you could have only one parent, I wish you could’ve had your mom, cause she would’ve been better at it. |
| IMDb rating | 6.6/10 |
| Shooting Location | Boston, Boston Common, Montréal and Notre Dame des Neiges Cemetery. |
A father is raising his infant daughter alone after the untimely passing of his wife, who passed away a day after their daughter’s birth.
11)Against the Ice
| Director | Peter Flinth |
| Release Date | February 15, 2022 |
| Genre | Adventure/Historical drama |
| Cast | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Joe Cole, Heida Reed |
| Character Names | Ejnar, Iver, Neja Holm |
| Famous Dialogue | – |
| IMDb rating | 6.5/10 |
| Shooting Location | – |
Two adventurers set out on a daring mission to uncover a missing map in Greenland’s wild terrain. With their lives at risk, they must battle the elements to survive the treacherous journey inspired by Denmark’s pioneering 1909 polar expedition.
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