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50 Under-the-Radar Indie Dramas from 2010–2020 You Need to See

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  1. 1Mad WorldMovie · 2016 · 101m · DramaA father who's always been away is suddenly reunited with his son, who lives with bipolar disorder, after a family tragedy. Confined to a small apartment, their strained relationship is tested by mounting tension and anxiety as they try to cope. Over time, they discover their shared sorrow is compounded by the harsh realities of a world that often feels unfair.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  2. 2Black ButlerMovie · 2014 · 119m · Horror, Fantasy, ActionIn 2020, a young woman returns from the dead as the heir to her family's powerful company. She has a mission: to avenge her parents' murder, aided by a demon who accompanies her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.1
  3. 3Diaz - Don't Clean Up This BloodMovie · 2012 · 127m · Drama, HistoryIn July 2001, Genoa, Italy, became the site of massive protests against the G8 summit, drawing over 200,000 demonstrators. Clashes erupted between anti-globalization activists and police, culminating in the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old protester, Carlo Giuliani, after he confronted a police vehicle. Following the protests, police raided the Diaz high school, a refuge for approximately one hundred unarmed protesters, mostly students, and independent journalists documenting police actions. Amnesty International condemned the raid as a severe violation of civil liberties, ranking it among the worst such breaches in a democratic Western country since World War II.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  4. 4Mr. PipMovie · 2012 · 116m · DramaAmidst a war in Papua New Guinea's Bougainville province, a young girl becomes deeply fascinated by Charles Dickens' *Great Expectations*, being read aloud at school by the village's sole white resident.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2
  5. 5Space Battleship YamatoMovie · 2010 · 131m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureIn 2199, five years after an alien invasion has devastated Earth with bombs, humanity survives by retreating underground from the irradiated surface. Former pilot Susumu Kodai discovers a message from the planet Iscandar detailing a device capable of neutralizing the Earth's radiation. The Earth Defense Force rebuilds the battleship Yamato with advanced propulsion and sets off on a perilous, 148,000 light-year journey to Iscandar, hoping to save humanity before the radiation claims the rest of the population within a year.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4
  6. 6JawboneMovie · 2017 · 91m · Action, DramaJimmy McCabe, a former youth boxing champion, is searching for hope but isn't finding it. At his lowest point, he returns to his old boxing club and the people who are his only family: Bill, the gym owner; Eddie, his corner man; and Joe, the promoter. Back in training after years of being considered past his prime, Jimmy risks everything to prove himself and reclaim his life.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2
  7. 7Doctor Who: Last ChristmasMovie · 2014 · 57m · Science Fiction, Adventure, DramaThe Doctor and Clara spend their final Christmas together. They're stranded at an Arctic research station, battling frightening creatures. Who will they turn to for help? Santa Claus!Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7
  8. 8Fair HavenMovie · 2017 · 90m · DramaJames, a talented young pianist, returns to his family's farm after enduring years of gay conversion therapy. His father, Richard, urges him to abandon his music and take over the farm, a decision James makes to atone for his past. But James's life takes an unexpected turn when he reconnects with Charlie, a former lover who encourages him to reject his father's expectations and pursue his musical aspirations.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3
  9. 9Stefan Zweig: Farewell to EuropeMovie · 2016 · 106m · Drama, HistoryBefore Dawn follows the years of exile experienced by renowned Austrian Jewish writer Stefan Zweig. It depicts his internal conflict as he grapples with how to respond to the tumultuous events in war-torn Europe, and his quest to find a new place to call home.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
  10. 10Notes on BlindnessMovie · 2016 · 90m · Drama, DocumentaryIn 1983, John Hull lost his sight and began recording audio diaries, offering a powerful account of his experience with blindness – loss, adaptation, and finding new ways to live. This project expands on the Emmy-winning short film of the same title, presenting a deeply moving and original exploration of the inner world of someone navigating blindness.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  11. 11Kumbalangi NightsMovie · 2019 · 135m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn the fishing village of Kumbalangi, four brothers navigate a complex dynamic of affection and rivalry. Their bonds are tested when Saji, Boney, and Franky choose to support Bobby in pursuing his romantic interest.Stream onIMDb 8.5TMDB 8.1
  12. 12Kaaka MuttaiMovie · 2015 · 109m · DramaTwo children from a poor neighborhood are drawn to a new pizza shop that opens nearby, dreaming of tasting pizza. Their lives change when they finally manage to save enough money to buy one.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.8
  13. 13Worlds ApartMovie · 2015 · 113m · Romance, DramaThe film weaves together three distinct love stories: each features a foreigner and a Greek person falling in love across generations, set against a backdrop of economic hardship affecting all of Southern Europe. These individual narratives ultimately converge into a single, unified story.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 6.4
  14. 14Article 15Movie · 2019 · 130m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA newly assigned IPS officer in rural India is forced to confront deep-seated caste issues and difficult realities when a horrific crime occurs. Three girls vanish from the village of Lalgaon; two are discovered dead, and the search for the third intensifies. The officer must uncover her whereabouts and identify those responsible for this brutal act.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.6
  15. 15The InfidelMovie · 2010 · 105m · Comedy, DramaMahmud Nasir lives in a London suburb with his wife, Saamiya, and their two children, Rashid and Nabi. Rashid plans to marry Uzma, the step-daughter of Arshad Al-Masri, an Egyptian-born cleric from Pakistan known for his extremist views. Mahmud, who isn't particularly religious, drinks alcohol and doesn't observe the daily prayers, but he agrees to seek Arshad's approval for the marriage. While reviewing his late mother's papers, Mahmud discovers he was adopted, his biological parents were Jewish, and his real name is Solly Shimshillewitz.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
  16. 16The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne ListerMovie · 2010 · 90m · Drama, Romance, TV MovieIn the 1800s, a woman living as a lesbian meticulously documents her life in coded diaries. She strives for independence while navigating a secret relationship with a married woman.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  17. 17The Solitude of Prime NumbersMovie · 2010 · 118m · DramaPrime numbers are only divisible by one and themselves, existing apart from everything else. Alice and Mattia both feel isolated, carrying the weight of difficult childhood experiences. Alice suffered a skiing accident that left a lasting physical effect, while Mattia lost his twin sister.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9
  18. 18A Bag of HammersMovie · 2011 · 85m · Comedy, DramaTwo inseparable friends who struggle with adulthood find their lives changed by a young boy left alone. They create a makeshift family, fulfilling a need they never knew they had.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 5.8
  19. 19The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra ChorusMovie · 2013 · 32m · Animation, Science Fiction, FantasyMikiya Kokutou leaves a cat with Shiki Ryougi while he's away, despite her protests. Shiki finds herself trying to understand her new pet, who seems to miss Mikiya. Meanwhile, Ririsu Miyazuki visits the site of her friend's suicide, intending to take her own life. She meets Fujino Asagami, a blind classmate with a difficult past. Although they are different, Asagami reminds Miyazuki of her friend and helps her process her grief. Two months later, Mikiya chooses to spend New Year's with Shiki instead of his family, upsetting his sister Azaka, who spends the holiday with her friends. As snow falls, Mikiya thinks about wanting nothing more than for Shiki to be happy.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9
  20. 20Wild LifeMovie · 2014 · 106m · DramaCédric Kahn's latest film centers on Philippe Fournier, a father who keeps his two sons after their mother gains custody. The boys, Okyesa and Tsali, are forced to live a life on the run, constantly pursued by the police, yet remain free to move wherever they choose.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
  21. 21Garage Sale Mystery: The Wedding DressMovie · 2015 · 83m · Family, TV Movie, MysteryJennifer Shannon specializes in discovering unique items at garage sales for her consignment shop, which she runs with Dani. When she finds a wedding dress connected to a groom who disappeared on his wedding day, Jennifer applies her problem-solving skills to investigate the cold case. Meeting the dress's original owner, Helen, and discovering bloodstains on the dress, Jennifer delves into the decades-old mystery with Detective Lynwood's assistance and her husband Jason's support. As she uncovers each clue, Jennifer edges closer to either finding the missing groom or revealing a murder that happened on the wedding day.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3
  22. 22CyclesMovie · 2018 · 7m · Animation, DramaThis short film observes the lives of Bert, Rae, and their daughter Rachel, charting their experiences both before, during, and after living in their house. It marks Walt Disney Animation Studios' debut in virtual reality storytelling.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.6
  23. 23EuthanizerMovie · 2017 · 85m · Thriller, Drama, ComedyEuthanizer follows a mechanic who works as an animal euthanasia specialist. He cares deeply for the animals he helps. His quiet life is disrupted when the owner of a dog he was told was dying discovers the dog is still alive. The dog becomes an unwitting focal point in the resulting conflict.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5
  24. 24SarbjitMovie · 2016 · 131m · DramaWhile intoxicated, Sarbjit unintentionally crosses the border between India and Pakistan and is arrested by the Pakistani army. He is falsely accused of being an Indian spy. His sister, Dalbir, then embarks on a determined fight to secure justice for him and prove his innocence. This story is based on actual events.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.6
  25. 25EdenMovie · 2013 · 98m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeFollowing a night with friends, Hyun Jae accepts a ride home from a firefighter. What starts as a simple offer quickly escalates to a terrifying ordeal. She is abducted and held captive outside Las Vegas, forced into sexual slavery.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5
  26. 26Murder on the Orient ExpressMovie · 2017 · 114m · Mystery, Drama, CrimeRenowned Belgian detective Hercule Poirot finds himself investigating a murder on the luxurious Orient Express. The victim is an American industrialist, and Poirot must unravel the mystery within the confined space of the train.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7
  27. 27WonderMovie · 2017 · 113m · Family, DramaThis is the story of August Pullman, a young boy who has spent his life being homeschooled due to facial differences. He decides to enter fifth grade at a mainstream elementary school for the very first time.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 8.1
  28. 28Berserk: The Golden Age Arc II - The Battle for DoldreyMovie · 2012 · 98m · Animation, Action, AdventureGriffith and the Band of the Hawk are renowned throughout Midland for their victories. Now, they face a challenge no one has overcome: taking the seemingly invincible fortress of Doldrey.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3
  29. 29The Best of MeMovie · 2014 · 117m · Drama, RomanceTwo people who were once in a relationship during high school meet again after a long time apart. They go back to visit the town where they grew up together.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 7.5
  30. 30The Killing of a Sacred DeerMovie · 2017 · 121m · Drama, Thriller, MysteryDr. Steven Murphy is a respected heart surgeon with a perfect family and home. However, a fatherless teenager named Martin slowly begins to insert himself into Dr. Murphy's life, creating a growing sense of unease.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  31. 31Steins;Gate: The Movie - Load Region of Déjà VuMovie · 2013 · 90m · Science Fiction, Animation, DramaA year after the anime's events, Rintarou starts to disappear due to the effects of his time travel. Kurisu, the only one who remembers him, must find a way to restore him to reality.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6
  32. 32In SecretMovie · 2014 · 101m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeParis, 1860s. Therese is confined to a loveless marriage with the ill Camille, controlled by her overbearing aunt, Madame Raquin. Days are spent working in a small shop, evenings observing Madame’s domino games with a diverse group of people. An affair with Laurent, her husband's friend, begins and spirals into tragedy. Based on Emile Zola’s novel, *Thérèse Raquin*.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
  33. 33Monsieur LazharMovie · 2011 · 94m · Drama, ComedyIn the depths of a brutal Montreal winter, an elementary school class is devastated by the suicide of their teacher. Bachir Lazhar, a compelling Algerian immigrant, becomes their substitute, tasked with guiding the traumatized children. He carefully hides his own struggles: seeking political refuge in Quebec and carrying the weight of a profound personal loss, mirroring the children's pain.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  34. 34The SouvenirMovie · 2019 · 119m · Romance, DramaA reserved film student becomes deeply involved with a captivating but unreliable older man, leading to a passionate and complicated relationship.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1
  35. 35Secretly, GreatlyMovie · 2013 · 124m · Action, Drama, ComedyFor years, three highly trained North Korean spies have lived undercover, convinced their fabricated identities are their true selves. Their world shatters when they receive a direct order: eliminate each other, or face execution by a ruthless special forces unit.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0
  36. 36DheepanMovie · 2015 · 115m · Crime, DramaThree strangers, haunted by war, pretend to be a family and escape Sri Lanka's civil war for a fresh start in a difficult Paris suburb. However, their past experiences begin to affect them as they try to build a life in a new country.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  37. 37BackcountryMovie · 2015 · 92m · Horror, ThrillerDuring a remote wilderness hike, a couple becomes lost within the territory of an aggressive black bear.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
  38. 38The Age of AdalineMovie · 2015 · 112m · Romance, Fantasy, DramaFollowing a near-fatal accident at age 29, Adaline discovers she has stopped aging. As decades pass, she guards this secret until she encounters someone who profoundly alters her life.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5
  39. 39The Death & Life of John F. DonovanMovie · 2019 · 123m · DramaTen years after the death of a famous American television actor, a young actor reflects on the letters they exchanged. He considers how those written words shaped both of their lives.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9
  40. 40IrresistibleMovie · 2020 · 102m · Comedy, DramaA Democratic political consultant teams up with a retired Marine colonel to launch his mayoral campaign in a small, conservative Wisconsin town.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
  41. 41TimbuktuMovie · 2014 · 96m · Drama, WarNear Timbuktu, Mali, where Islamic militants enforce strict religious law and disrupt everyday life, a cattleman kills a fisherman.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  42. 42The AssaultMovie · 2014 · 90m · Mystery, Crime, DramaFollowing a sexual assault by the high school football team, a cheerleader struggles with shame and uses online evidence from the resulting public outcry to reconstruct the night she can't recall, as she seeks justice. Based on the true story of the Steubenville, Ohio rape case.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8
  43. 43The Truth BeneathMovie · 2016 · 102m · Thriller, DramaFifteen days into an unfolding scandal, a politician and his wife struggle to cope after their daughter disappears the night before the national elections.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9
  44. 44What Maisie KnewMovie · 2013 · 99m · DramaIn New York City, a young girl finds herself caught between her parents' intense legal fight for custody.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  45. 45Other PeopleMovie · 2016 · 97m · Comedy, DramaDavid, recently heartbroken and seeking a fresh start, relocates from New York City to Sacramento to care for his ailing mother. He reconnects with his conservative father and younger sisters after a decade apart, finding himself an outsider in his own family. As his mother's condition worsens, David desperately attempts to find purpose in the situation, striving to appear composed and reassure everyone – including himself – that he is coping.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3
  46. 46Never Rarely Sometimes AlwaysMovie · 2020 · 101m · DramaTwo teenage girls from rural Pennsylvania go to New York City for medical care after becoming unexpectedly pregnant.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  47. 47Muhammad: The Messenger of GodMovie · 2015 · 178m · History, DramaMuhammad: The Messenger of God is a 2015 Iranian film directed by Majid Majidi. The story follows the childhood of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. It is Iran's largest-budget film production to date and the first in a planned trilogy about the Prophet's life. Filmed primarily on a large set near Tehran, with a few scenes shot in South Africa, production was completed by 2013 after the film was officially announced in October 2011. Vittorio Storaro handled the cinematography, and A. R. Rahman composed the film score. The film was nominated for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards in 2016 but was not selected for the final shortlist.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6
  48. 48The Last SongMovie · 2010 · 107m · Drama, Family, RomanceThis drama follows a rebellious teenage girl who spends the summer with her father in a Southern beach town. As they rediscover a shared passion for music, the father and daughter begin to rebuild their fractured relationship.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 7.2
  49. 49A Shoe Addict's ChristmasMovie · 2018 · 90m · Romance, Drama, TV MovieWith Christmas near, a department store employee feeling unfulfilled encounters her guardian angel. He gives her a unique opportunity: each time she tries on a new pair of shoes, she's magically transported to Christmases of the past, offering her a chance to alter her life.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2