If you loved the heartfelt and quirky charm of 'My Fiona' (2021), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same emotional depth, complex relationships, and indie flair. Whether you're drawn to its raw storytelling or unique characters, these recommendations will keep you hooked.

Dirty John (2018)
Description: Explores the psychological manipulation within relationships and the gradual unraveling of a dangerous romantic entanglement.
Fact: The series was based on a popular true crime podcast of the same name, which broke download records when it premiered.


Sharp Objects (2018)
Description: A haunting exploration of family trauma and self-destruction, told through the lens of a journalist returning to her hometown.
Fact: The series' opening credits sequence features hidden messages that foreshadow key plot points when played in reverse.


Big Little Lies (2017)
Description: Examines the dark undercurrents of suburban life and female friendships, with a focus on trauma, secrets, and personal reinvention.
Fact: The oceanfront scenes were filmed at the same Monterey locations used in the 1971 film 'Play Misty for Me'.


Good Girls (2018)
Description: Centers on women navigating morally ambiguous situations, combining crime drama with themes of friendship and personal struggle.
Fact: The series was inspired by real-life stories of suburban women turning to crime to solve financial problems.


The Flight Attendant (2020)
Description: Explores complex female relationships and psychological trauma through a suspenseful narrative, blending dark humor with emotional depth.
Fact: The show was initially developed as a half-hour comedy before evolving into an hour-long dark comedy thriller.


Little Fires Everywhere (2020)
Description: Dissects motherhood and class divisions through the explosive relationship between two families, revealing buried secrets and tensions.
Fact: The novel's author Celeste Ng made a cameo appearance as a diner patron in one episode.


The Undoing (2020)
Description: A psychological thriller that unravels the facade of a perfect life, exploring themes of trust, deception, and the complexity of relationships.
Fact: The series was shot entirely in New York City during all four seasons, capturing the city's changing atmosphere.


The Act (2019)
Description: A true crime drama focusing on toxic mother-daughter relationships and the devastating consequences of manipulation and control.
Fact: The real-life Gypsy Rose Blanchard consulted with producers but asked them not to contact her mother during production.


Why Women Kill (2019)
Description: Delves into the intricacies of female relationships and the hidden tensions beneath seemingly perfect lives, told through interconnected timelines.
Fact: Each season features a completely different cast and storyline, with only the core theme connecting them.


The Sinner (2017)
Description: Each season delves into the psychological motivations behind seemingly inexplicable crimes, with a focus on repressed trauma and memory.
Fact: The show's format of self-contained seasonal mysteries was inspired by European crime series rather than American procedural models.
