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 (11–20)
Back then with Penny Lane
This is the story of a protagonist who, at the young age of 15, begins working as a journalist for the historic music magazine Rolling Stone.
It is based on director Cameron Crowe’s real-life experiences.
It is a masterpiece with strong elements of human drama.
American Utopia
Let me introduce you to the film American Utopia, brimming with the allure of music.
Directed by Spike Lee, this special work captures the excitement of Broadway right on the screen.
Inspired by David Byrne’s album, all 21 songs resonate deeply with viewers.
The inventive touches applied to each track make it feel as if you’re on Broadway while sitting at home.
Its diverse, character-rich songs will whisk you away on a delightful musical journey.
It’s a must-see not only for music lovers but also for film fans!
Orchestra!
It’s a French film released in 2009.
The protagonist was once a celebrated genius conductor, but thirty years later he’s just a janitor.
One day he stumbles upon a chance to perform a concert in Paris, and he sets out to make it happen with his old friends.
It’s a thrilling, heart-pounding story you’ll enjoy.
Kiseki: Sobito of That Day
This film depicts the story of how “Kiseki,” one of the signature songs by the music group GReeeeN, came to be.
The casting of popular heartthrob actors such as Tori Matsuzaka and Masaki Suda drew attention.
Additionally, the actors performed the insert songs and even made their CD debut under the name “Green Boys.”
Chorus
This work depicts the interactions between the boys living in an orphanage and a music teacher who comes there as a dorm supervisor.
As the title suggests, they connect with one another through vocal music.
It’s also a human drama that portrays their struggles with social issues and relationships.
The children’s beautiful singing voices will give you goosebumps.
Sing Street: A Song for the Future
It’s an Irish music film released in 2016.
It portrays a boy who forms a band to catch the attention of a girl, and how the circumstances around him—and his life—begin to change from there.
Recommended for those who love 1980s British music.
Recommended Movies with a Music Theme (21–30)
Swing Girls
Swing Girls is a film depicting the exploits of a big band formed by high school girls in the countryside.
Set in Yamagata Prefecture, it features local dialects and familiar locations for people from the area.
The movie was a long-running hit, and some say it even inspired them to start playing instruments.
Does any of this ring a bell for you as you read?