If you enjoyed the heartfelt drama and emotional twists of 'Marriage Rescue' (2019), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same themes of love, conflict, and redemption. Whether you're looking for more gripping relationship stories or uplifting tales of second chances, this list has something for every fan.

Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)
Description: A poignant drama about a father's struggle to raise his son after his wife leaves, highlighting the legal and emotional battles of divorce.
Fact: The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The courtroom scenes were based on real-life custody cases from the time.


The War of the Roses (1989)
Description: A dark comedy about a couple's acrimonious divorce, showcasing the extreme lengths they go to in order to hurt each other, blending humor with tragedy.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Warren Adler, who also wrote 'The War of the Roses' as a cautionary tale about divorce. The house used in the film was a specially constructed set.


The Story of Us (1999)
Description: A heartfelt look at a couple's marriage over the years, examining the highs and lows, and the question of whether love can survive the challenges.
Fact: The film features a mix of present-day scenes and flashbacks, with the actors aging naturally without makeup for the latter. The script was written by the same team behind 'When Harry Met Sally.'


Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Description: Delves into the pain of a broken relationship through a sci-fi lens, exploring themes of memory, love, and the desire to erase painful experiences.
Fact: The film's unique visual style was inspired by the director's desire to create a dreamlike atmosphere. The script was written in a non-linear fashion to reflect the fragmented nature of memory.


The Squid and the Whale (2005)
Description: A semi-autobiographical story about the emotional fallout of a divorce, focusing on the impact on the children and the parents' strained relationship.
Fact: The film was shot in just 23 days on a modest budget. Many of the scenes were inspired by the director's own childhood experiences.


The Break-Up (2006)
Description: Explores the complexities of a failing relationship with a mix of humor and drama, focusing on the emotional struggles and miscommunications between partners.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a drama but was later rewritten to include more comedic elements. It was shot in Chicago, and many scenes were improvised by the actors.


Revolutionary Road (2008)
Description: A stark examination of a marriage in crisis, set against the backdrop of 1950s suburban America, with themes of disillusionment and unfulfilled dreams.
Fact: This was the first reunion of Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet since 'Titanic.' The film was shot in Connecticut, with many scenes filmed in actual mid-century homes.


The Descendants (2011)
Description: A drama about a man reconnecting with his daughters after his wife's accident, exploring themes of family, forgiveness, and the complexities of marriage.
Fact: The film was shot entirely in Hawaii, capturing the lush landscapes and local culture. The story is based on a novel by Kaui Hart Hemmings.


Blue Valentine (2010)
Description: A raw and intimate portrayal of a couple's relationship, from its passionate beginnings to its painful dissolution, highlighting the emotional toll of love and loss.
Fact: The film's nonlinear narrative was achieved by shooting the happy and sad phases of the relationship separately, with different cinematographers for each timeline.


Gone Girl (2014)
Description: A thriller that dissects a toxic marriage, revealing the dark secrets and manipulations that can lie beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect relationship.
Fact: The film's twist-heavy plot was kept under wraps during production, with even some cast members not receiving the full script until filming began. The movie's score was composed by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
