Movies Like Lion (2016) — Similar English Drama to Watch in 2026
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If you loved Lion (2016) starring Dev Patel, Rooney Mara — "The search begins", here are the best movies like it to watch in 2026. Lion (Filmistani Score: 84) is a Drama movie — A five-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many cha…. Every similar title below is ranked by IMDb rating and Filmistani Score and links directly to where you can stream it in India.
The Shawshank Redemption
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The Godfather
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The Godfather Part II
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Fight Club
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Interstellar
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The Green Mile
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The Next Stop
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The Wolf of Wall Street
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Top Gun: Maverick
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best movies similar to Lion in 2026?
The best movies like Lion in 2026 include The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II. These are ranked by IMDb rating and Filmistani Score — the same quality signals that made Lion an acclaimed movie.
Where can I watch movies like Lion online in India?
Most movies similar to Lion stream on Netflix India, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, or SonyLIV. Every title in the list above has a direct streaming link. Click any title to see exactly where it's available in India.
Why is Lion so highly rated?
"The search begins" Lion is a Drama movie with an IMDb rating of 8.0 and is praised for its storytelling, performances, and direction. If you enjoyed it, the titles above share similar qualities.
