Recommended movies with a music theme
Movies with a music theme—if you love music, you can’t help but be curious, right?
There are also films where only the music became really famous, and you might find yourself wondering, “Which movie used that song again?”
Here, we’ve gathered and introduced films like that.
- [Film Music] Theme songs from Western movies: those unforgettable classics and popular tunes
- Masterpieces of film music: from Hollywood classics to Japanese cinema
- [Orchestra] Introducing famous and popular pieces
- The theme song of a romantic film that gives you a heart-fluttering, moving feeling.
- [90s Western Films] Theme Songs & Insert Songs: Nostalgic Classics
- Classic and popular songs sung by actors
- [Western Films] Moving Movie Theme Songs: A Compilation of Tear-Jerking Theme Tracks
- [Timeless Masterpiece] Popular songs from The Sound of Music. Recommended tracks.
- The Beatles as you've never seen them before: the allure of the documentary film “EIGHT DAYS A WEEK – The Touring Years.”
- [March 2026] A collection of music titles available on Netflix. Check out Netflix Live!
- [Classical] A comprehensive introduction to famous love pieces: recommended popular works
- Theme and insert songs from Japanese films. Masterpieces and popular tracks of Japanese movie music.
- Theme and insert songs from dramas and films that color the story
Recommended movies with a music theme (1–10)
Karol G: Mañana Será Bonito
Do you know Karol G? For fans of international music, that might sound like a silly question.
Karol G is a Colombian singer-songwriter who’s taking the world by storm, and this documentary film, Karol G: Mañana Será Bonito, lets you discover everything about her.
It’s a must-see not only for those who follow global music trends, but for everyone! It also made headlines for being the first all-Spanish-language album to reach No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
Dive into her life story, her songwriting, and the full scope of her record-breaking stadium tour—she’s become a symbol for Latina women everywhere.
By the end, you’ll probably be a fan too.
Quartet! The Opera House of Life
Set in a retirement home for former musicians, this work portrays the everyday lives of its residents and their struggle to keep the home running.
It also drew attention for the fact that Dustin Hoffman, known for his acting career, adapted Ronald Harwood’s play into a film.
The story of people who have retired from music confronting it once again in earnest to save their home even evokes a sense of youthful spirit.
The contrast between the comedic tone and the serious scenes of facing music head-on gives the narrative a strong lift.
8 Mile
This is an autobiographical film by Eminem, the world-famous hip-hop MC.
It’s about overcoming racial barriers and distorted relationships through the power of hip-hop.
If you’re a fan of his, you’ve probably seen it.
The song in the video is the theme song, which received high praise both in Japan and abroad and became a huge hit.
Recommended movies with a music theme (11–20)
BECK
BECK is a live-action film based on a manga that portrays the protagonists advancing toward success with the band they formed.
As an adaptation of a popular manga, it generated significant buzz even before its release.
The songs featured in the film are incredibly cool, so be sure to give them a listen!
NANA
This film, based on a manga, centers on the two ‘NANAs’: Komatsu Nana, who moves to Tokyo to live with her boyfriend, and Osaki Nana, who aims for success with her band.
The theme song ‘GLAMOROUS SKY,’ sung by Mika Nakashima, who plays Osaki Nana, was also a hit alongside the movie.
Recommended for fans of romance.
ONCE: On the Streets of Dublin
Set in Ireland, this love story follows a man and a woman who nurture their love through music.
The two leads are real professional musicians, and all the music used in the film was created by them.
Watching it will leave you with a bittersweet yet heartwarming feeling.
SING
Sing is a film by Illumination Entertainment, known for the Minions series.
Its music-themed story, where the dramas of various animals intersect, captivates not only children but adults as well.
In the Japanese-dubbed version, you can enjoy the singing voices of a diverse cast, including leading actor Teruyoshi Uchimura, singer-songwriter MISIA, Takuya Ohashi of Sukima Switch, actress Masami Nagasawa, and comedian Tsukasa Saito.
It’s a moving entertainment film that will make you laugh and cry, perfect for the whole family.
