45 Diverse Films from 2019 Spanning Mystery, Drama, and Beyond

Three Identical Strangers

2018 • 97 min • Box office $1M

Documentary

In 1980 New York, three strangers unexpectedly discover they are identical triplets who were separated at birth. The 19-year-olds' happy reunion brings them worldwide attention, but also reveals a shocking and unsettling truth that extends beyond their personal history—potentially changing…

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Been So Long

2018 • 100 min

Drama, Music, Romance

In London's Camden Town, a single mother is drawn to a man with a mysterious history after they meet. She finds herself captivated by him, but hesitant to let him into her life.

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Beast

2018 • 107 min

Mystery, Crime, Drama

Haunted by her past, a woman struggles for freedom within a close-knit, controlling community. She's drawn to a mysterious stranger who is rumored to be responsible for a string of violent crimes, forcing her to choose between the safety of…

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A Fantastic Woman

2017 • 104 min • Box office $1M

Drama

Following the death of her partner, Marina's world is shattered. As she grieves the loss of her love, she becomes the target of intrusive attention from people who disregard her privacy.

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A Prayer Before Dawn

2018 • 116 min • Box office $958K

Drama, Action, Crime

This is the incredible true story of Billy Moore, an English boxer who ends up in Thailand's toughest prison. Faced with a dangerous environment of drugs and violence, he discovers his best path to freedom lies in competing in prison…

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Early Man

2018 • 89 min • Budget $50M • Box office $53M

Family, Comedy, Animation

Dug and his companion Hognob rally a caveman tribe to protect their valley from destruction. Together, they must confront a powerful and enigmatic foe in a contest steeped in ancient tradition.

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Marrowbone

2017 • 111 min • Budget $8M • Box office $12M

Thriller, Horror, Mystery

A young man and his three younger siblings are haunted by a malevolent presence within the large house they call home.

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Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle

2018 • 105 min • Budget $175M

Adventure, Drama

Raised by wolves, a young human child is forced to confront the danger of Shere Khan, a fearsome tiger, and the mystery of their true beginnings.

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King Lear

2018 • 115 min

Drama, TV Movie

An aging King makes a fateful decision when he steps down from the throne and names his deceitful daughters as his successors, instead of his devoted and trustworthy wife.

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Evelyn

2019 • 95 min

Following his brother's suicide, a director and his family undertake a challenging but beautiful journey across the United Kingdom as they grapple with grief and seek healing.

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Faces Places

2017 • 94 min • Box office $1M

Documentary

Filmmaker Agnès Varda and artist JR travel across the French countryside and develop an unexpected bond.

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The Rider

2018 • 103 min

Drama, Western

Brady, a promising rodeo cowboy and skilled horse trainer, is told he can no longer ride after a serious injury. Seeking to redefine himself, he embarks on a journey to discover his purpose and what it truly means to be…

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Disobedience

2018 • 114 min • Budget $6M • Box office $8M

Drama, Romance

New York photographer Ronit travels to London upon hearing of her estranged father's death. She returns to the Orthodox Jewish community that ostracized her years ago because of her feelings for Esti, a female friend. Their unexpected reunion rekindles their…

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Glass

2019 • 129 min • Budget $20M • Box office $246M

Thriller, Drama, Science Fiction

Former security guard David Dunn discovers he possesses extraordinary abilities and begins pursuing Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with twenty-four distinct personalities. As Dunn closes in, a mysterious figure named Elijah Price appears, revealing secrets that connect both men.

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Island

2018 • 90 min

This moving documentary follows filmmaker Steven Eastwood as he connects with several people with terminal cancer on the Isle of Wight. The film observes their lives as they face the end, documenting hospital visits and time with loved ones. It’s…

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Jellyfish

2019 • 98 min

In Margate, England, life is hard for Sarah Taylor. She faces bullying at school, exploitation at work, and the responsibility of caring for her depressed mother and two siblings. However, Sarah discovers a way to cope with her struggles when…

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Pili

2018 • 83 min

In rural Tanzania, Pili works tirelessly in the fields for less than a dollar a day, trying to support her two children while hiding her HIV-positive status. When she's offered the opportunity to rent a valuable market stall, Pili is…

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Calibre

2018 • 101 min

Thriller, Drama

Two friends traveling together for a weekend hunting trip in a remote Scottish village find themselves trapped in a terrifying situation when they try to hide a terrible accident. Their attempt to conceal the truth spirals into a relentless nightmare.

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Holmes & Watson

2018 • 90 min • Budget $42M • Box office $40M

Comedy, Mystery, Crime

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate a puzzling murder at Buckingham Palace. Initially, the evidence strongly suggests Professor James Moriarty, their notorious adversary, is responsible. However, new developments and clues complicate the case. With the Queen at risk, Holmes and…

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Bad Times at the El Royale

2018 • 141 min • Budget $32M • Box office $31M

Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Lake Tahoe, 1969. Seven strangers, all hiding something, check into the El Royale, a luxurious but haunted motel. During a single, pivotal night, each of them will get a chance to make amends.

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The Little Stranger

2018 • 111 min • Box office $1M

Mystery, Horror

During a hot summer in post-war Warwickshire, a doctor is summoned to Hundreds Hall, a remote house with a long history belonging to the Ayres family. The Georgian mansion, which has been their home for over two centuries, is falling…

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Happy New Year, Colin Burstead

2018 • 95 min

Comedy, Drama, TV Movie

Colin rents a grand country house for his family's New Year gathering. He enjoys being the focus until his estranged brother David shows up unannounced, disrupting the family's carefully maintained relationships.

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Time Trial

2017 • 81 min

Time Trial follows cyclist David Millar during his final races, culminating in his last Tour de France. The film immerses viewers in the intensity of the peloton, from grueling climbs and high-speed descents to moments of shared pain in his…

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Funny Cow

2018 • 103 min • Budget $3M

Comedy, Drama

A comedian draws on her difficult past for her stand-up, aiming to gain recognition in the comedy world by performing in the working men's clubs of Northern England.

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Unsane

2018 • 98 min • Budget $1M • Box office $14M

Horror, Thriller

A woman is placed in a psychiatric hospital against her will, where she must face her deepest fear.

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The Happy Prince

2018 • 101 min • Box office $2M

Drama

In 1895, Oscar Wilde was London's most celebrated writer, and Bosie Douglas, the son of the Marquess of Queensberry, was his lover. After being accused and convicted of immoral acts, Wilde was imprisoned for two years and forced to do…

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Peterloo

2018 • 154 min • Budget $18M • Box office $2M

History, Drama

The film depicts the events of the 1819 Peterloo Massacre, a pivotal and tragic moment in British history. A large, peaceful demonstration in Manchester's St Peter’s Field, with over 60,000 people advocating for democratic reforms and protesting widespread poverty, was…

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Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story

2019 • 100 min

This is the funny and strange story of Frank Sidebottom, the popular British comedian known for his papier mâché head, and the private world of Chris Sievey, the man who lived inside it.

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Lean on Pete

2018 • 121 min • Budget $8M • Box office $2M

Drama, Adventure

Charley Thompson, a teenager living with his father, takes a summer job with horse trainer Del Montgomery. He forms a close bond with Lean on Pete, an aging racehorse. Charley is devastated to discover Lean on Pete is destined for…

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Ray & Liz

2018 • 107 min • Budget $601K

Drama

Living on the edge of Birmingham, the Billingham family navigates a life shaped by forces they can't control, resorting to extreme rituals and defying social norms. This series presents three episodes that offer a powerful and unsettlingly humorous look at…

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The Girl in the Spider's Web

2018 • 115 min • Budget $43M • Box office $35M

Action, Crime, Thriller

Hacker Lisbeth Salander and journalist Mikael Blomkvist are asked to retrieve a dangerous computer program. Their mission plunges them into a world of spies, cybercriminals, and dishonest government figures.

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The Front Runner

2018 • 113 min • Budget $25M • Box office $3M

Drama, History

In 1987, Colorado Senator Gary Hart emerges as the leading candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination. Popular with younger voters for his intelligence, charisma, and hopeful vision, Hart appears poised to win the election. However, his campaign is suddenly threatened…

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Apostasy

2017 • 94 min • Budget $500K • Box office $434K

Drama

A devout Jehovah's Witness is compelled to reject her sister due to a religious violation. As the sisters' lives diverge, she begins to doubt the nature of divine love.

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They Shall Not Grow Old

2018 • 99 min • Box office $20M

Documentary, History, War

This documentary uses newly discovered footage to mark the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day and the war's conclusion. It offers a look back at World War I.

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McQueen

2018 • 111 min • Box office $1M

Documentary

Alexander McQueen's journey from humble beginnings to fashion icon is a modern fairy tale with a dark edge. The film reflects the striking beauty, daring style, and energy of his designs, offering a personal look into McQueen's complex life –…

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The Party's Just Beginning

2018 • 91 min

Drama, Comedy

In a cold, bleak midwinter in Inverness, Luisaidh is struggling to cope with the suicide of her best friend. She tries to numb her pain with casual sex, unhealthy habits, and a forced optimism about drinking. Haunted by memories, she…

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Under the Wire

2018 • 95 min

In February 2012, war correspondent Marie Colvin of the Sunday Times and photographer Paul Conroy entered Syria to report on the suffering of civilians in Homs, a city besieged by the Syrian army. Only Conroy survived the mission.

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BPM (Beats per Minute)

2017 • 143 min • Budget $6M • Box office $7M

Drama

Paris, early 1990s. A group of young activists are driven by a desperate need to find a cure for a deadly, unknown disease. They focus their efforts on pharmaceutical labs believed to hold potential cures, escalating their direct actions in…

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Pin Cushion

2018 • 82 min

Drama

Mother and daughter Lyn and Iona move to a new town, eager for a fresh start. Iona quickly bonds with her new friends, Keely, Stacey, and Chelsea. Lyn, accustomed to being Iona's closest companion, feels excluded and seeks connection with…

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Ideal Home

2018 • 91 min • Budget $10M

Comedy, Drama

A couple struggling with their marriage faces further complications when a grandson unexpectedly enters their lives.

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Nae Pasaran

2018 • 94 min

In 1974, factory workers in a small Scottish town refuse to repair warplane engines as a protest against the violent military coup in Chile. Forty years later, the Scottish pensioners involved discover the profound repercussions of their act of solidarity…

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The Escape

2018 • 102 min

Drama

A woman with a normal life makes a life-altering choice.

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Whitney

2018 • 120 min • Box office $1M

Music, Documentary

This film explores the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. It includes previously unseen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances, and interviews with those closest to her.

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Dead in a Week (Or Your Money Back)

2018 • 90 min

Comedy, Action, Drama

William has repeatedly attempted suicide, so he hires retired assassin Leslie to do it for him. A contract is signed guaranteeing death within a week, or a full refund. Unexpectedly, William begins to find reasons to live. Meanwhile, Leslie faces…

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Obey

2018 • 96 min

Leon, 19, goes back home to care for his mother, who struggles with alcoholism, and to figure out adult life after growing up in foster care. Feeling stuck because of his lack of schooling and limited opportunities, Leon finds an…

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