100+ Movies like Twilight
The Twilight Saga: New Moon
The "Twilight" sets up the premise and introduces the key characters and dynamics that are further explored in the "The Twilight Saga: New Moon". Both movies center around Bella Swan, a human girl who falls in love with Edward Cullen, a vampire. The Cullen family of vampires who only consume animal blood is introduced, as well as the conflict between vampires and the werewolf tribe of Quileutes, including Jacob Black. The love triangle between Bella, Edward, and Jacob is established. The threat posed by other vampires who hunt humans, such as James and Victoria, drives much of the conflict and action. Bella's desire to become a vampire to be with Edward forever is a central theme in both movies.
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
The "Twilight" sets up the central premise and introduces the key characters and conflict that continue in the "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse". Both movies revolve around Bella Swan's relationship with the vampire Edward Cullen and her connection to the werewolf Jacob Black, establishing the love triangle. The movies share the setting of Forks, Washington and the Cullen family of vampires who consume animal blood. In "Twilight", Bella discovers Edward is a vampire and they fall in love, mirroring the established relationship in "Eclipse". The threat of the tracker vampire James and his coven parallels the newborn vampire army led by Riley in "Eclipse", creating dangerous conflicts that the Cullens and werewolves must unite against. Victoria's presence at the end of "Twilight" seeking revenge sets up her role as the main antagonist in "Eclipse". Overall, "Twilight" lays the foundation for the central characters, supernatural elements, and love triangle that drive the plot of the sequel "Eclipse".
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1
The "Twilight" sets up the premise and introduces the key characters and dynamics that are further explored in the "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1". Both movies center around the forbidden romance between human Bella Swan and vampire Edward Cullen, as well as the conflict between the Cullen vampire clan and the Quileute werewolves led by Jacob Black. In "Twilight", Bella discovers Edward's vampire nature and their love blossoms despite the dangers, paralleling Bella's determination to have a child with Edward in "Breaking Dawn" despite the life-threatening risks. The movies share the theme of Bella's willingness to sacrifice her humanity to be with Edward. "Twilight" also introduces the threat of the villainous vampire coven that will later tie into the Volturi's role as vampire law enforcers in "Breaking Dawn".
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2
The "Twilight" sets up the premise and introduces the key characters and supernatural elements that are central to the "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2". Both movies revolve around the human Bella Swan falling in love with the vampire Edward Cullen and his family of vampires who only consume animal blood. The movies explore the conflict between vampires and werewolves, with Jacob Black being a werewolf who imprints on Bella's daughter Renesmee in the "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2". The threat posed by other vampires like James, Victoria, and the Volturi coven drives much of the plot in both films. Bella's transformation into a vampire and her relationship with Edward are core storylines that carry through from the first movie to the final installment.
Vampires Suck
Both "Vampires Suck" and "Twilight" center around a human girl who falls in love with a vampire boy, despite the inherent dangers and tensions between their worlds. The human girl moves to a new town and becomes intrigued by the mysterious vampire and his family of vampires who only consume animal blood. Their relationship is threatened by other vampires who pose a threat to the girl, leading to confrontations and the vampire having to protect her. The vampire struggles with his desire for the girl's blood and the temptation to turn her into a vampire. By the end, the girl is willing to become a vampire to be with her vampire lover, setting up a potential transformation in a sequel.
Breaking Wind
Both "Breaking Wind" and "Twilight" revolve around a human girl who becomes romantically involved with a vampire, putting her in danger from other vampires and supernatural forces. The main characters are Bella, the human girl, and Edward, the vampire she falls in love with. Bella is also pursued by a werewolf character, Jacob, creating a love triangle. The stories involve conflicts between vampires and werewolves, as well as threats from evil vampires who seek to harm Bella. In both plots, Bella's life is endangered by a sadistic vampire tracker who becomes obsessed with hunting her. The Cullen vampire family plays a central role in protecting Bella. Key themes include forbidden love, the struggle between human and supernatural worlds, and Bella's desire to become a vampire herself.
Wolves
Both "Wolves" and "Twilight" involve a human protagonist who discovers they are part of a supernatural world - werewolves in the "Wolves", vampires in Twilight. The protagonists, Cayden and Bella, fall in love with members of these supernatural communities, Edward and Angel respectively. They face opposition and threats from more hostile factions within those communities - Connor's pack in the "Wolves", James and Victoria in Twilight. The stories explore the tensions between the human and supernatural worlds, as well as conflicts within the supernatural communities themselves. Ultimately, the protagonists must confront and defeat the hostile forces to be with their lovers and find their place in this new reality.
Cursed
Both "Cursed" and "Twilight" involve a human becoming entangled with supernatural creatures, specifically werewolves in Cursed and vampires in Twilight. The central plot revolves around a romantic relationship developing between the human protagonist (Ellie/Bella) and the supernatural being (Jake/Edward). This relationship is complicated by the inherent dangers and conflicts that arise from their different natures. There is a sense of forbidden love and the need to keep the supernatural world secret from ordinary humans. The human protagonists are drawn into the supernatural world and must navigate the threats posed by other malevolent supernatural forces (Joanie/James and Victoria). Ultimately, the human protagonists are faced with the choice of whether to embrace the supernatural world fully by becoming a werewolf/vampire themselves. The movies explore themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle between human and supernatural natures.
Let the Right One In
Both "Let the Right One In" and "Twilight" center around a young, lonely protagonist who forms an intimate relationship with a vampire of the same age. The vampire initially tries to avoid the relationship but eventually embraces it, leading the protagonist into the dark world of vampires. The protagonist is drawn to the vampire's supernatural abilities and violent nature, seeing it as a way to overcome their own struggles with bullying and social isolation. The vampire acts as a mentor figure, encouraging the protagonist to embrace their darker impulses and stand up for themselves through violence. This culminates in the protagonist assisting the vampire in killing those who have wronged them. The movies explore themes of alienation, the allure of violence, and the blurring of moral boundaries in the pursuit of belonging and power.
Dark Shadows
Both "Dark Shadows" and "Twilight" involve a young woman who moves to a new town and becomes entangled with a mysterious, supernatural family. In Dark Shadows, Victoria Winters arrives in Collinsport and encounters the vampire Barnabas Collins and his cursed family. Similarly, in Twilight, Bella Swan moves to Forks and falls in love with Edward Cullen, a vampire, and his vampire family. The central conflict in both films revolves around the forbidden romance between the human woman and the supernatural being, as well as the threat posed by other malevolent supernatural forces (Angelique in Dark Shadows, James and Victoria in Twilight). The movies explore themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle between human and supernatural worlds.
Vampire Academy
Both "Vampire Academy" and "Twilight" revolve around a human girl who becomes entangled with a supernatural world of vampires. The central relationship is between the human girl and a male vampire who struggles with his attraction to her and the danger it poses. There is a conflict with an evil vampire faction that seeks to harm the girl, requiring the protagonists to protect her. The girl is drawn into the vampire society and learns about their powers and culture. The vampire love interest must resist his predatory instincts to be with the human girl he loves. Themes of forbidden love, mortality, and the struggle between human and supernatural forces are central to both stories.
My Babysitter's a Vampire
Both "My Babysitter's a Vampire" and "Twilight" revolve around a human teenager who becomes entangled with vampires. In My Babysitter's a Vampire, Ethan discovers his babysitter Sarah is a vampire, while in Twilight, Bella falls in love with the vampire Edward Cullen. The human protagonists learn about the existence of vampires and their supernatural abilities. A central conflict arises from a malevolent vampire (Jesse in My Babysitter's a Vampire, James in Twilight) who poses a threat to the human protagonist, leading to a climactic confrontation where the protagonists must defeat the evil vampire. The movies also explore the concept of humans becoming vampires, with Erica and Rory being turned into vampires in My Babysitter's a Vampire, and Bella nearly becoming a vampire after being bitten by James in Twilight.
Bones and All
Both "Bones and All" and "Twilight" center around a young woman who discovers she has an unusual, monstrous nature that sets her apart from normal society. They are drawn into a hidden world of supernatural beings with their own rules and codes. The protagonists fall in love with a male character who shares their monstrous nature, and they must navigate the challenges and dangers that come with their forbidden romance. There are other supernatural beings who pose a threat and hunt the protagonists, forcing them to rely on their newfound community for protection. Ultimately, the movies explore themes of embracing one's true nature, finding belonging, and the sacrifices required to be with a loved one.
Fright Night
Both "Fright Night" and "Twilight" revolve around a human teenager who becomes entangled with a vampire and their supernatural world. The central plot involves the human discovering that their new neighbor or acquaintance is a vampire, leading to a dangerous situation where the vampire's true nature is revealed. The vampire falls in love with the human, creating tension and conflict as their worlds collide. The human must navigate the risks and threats posed by the vampire and their kind, often putting themselves in peril to protect loved ones. Ultimately, the human embraces the vampire's world, forming an unlikely bond despite the inherent dangers. The movies explore themes of forbidden love, the duality of human and supernatural realms, and the sacrifices one makes for those they care about.
The Transfiguration
Both "The Transfiguration" and "Twilight" center around a teenage protagonist who believes themselves to be a vampire and struggles with their identity and desires. In The Transfiguration, Milo is a 14-year-old who drinks human blood and follows a set of rules he believes vampires must adhere to. Similarly, in Twilight, Bella becomes infatuated with Edward Cullen, who reveals himself to be a vampire who only consumes animal blood. The movies explore the protagonists' relationships with other characters who become aware of their vampire-like tendencies or beliefs. The movies also depict the protagonists' struggles with their desires and the consequences of acting on them. Milo grapples with his urge to drink human blood, while Edward resists his temptation to feed on Bella's irresistible scent. Both movies feature antagonistic forces that threaten the protagonists, with Milo facing a gang and Edward's family facing a group of nomadic vampires. Ultimately, the movies explore themes of identity, desire, and the consequences of one's actions, with the protagonists navigating their unique circumstances and beliefs surrounding vampirism.
Geek Charming
Both "Geek Charming" and "Twilight" center around a teenage girl who becomes romantically involved with an outcast boy from a different social circle. In Geek Charming, popular girl Dylan falls for film geek Josh, while in Twilight, ordinary girl Bella falls for the vampire Edward Cullen. The relationships face opposition from their peers and social groups, with Dylan's friends abandoning her and the Cullen family concerned about exposing their secret. Both girls also have a connection to their mothers through their goals - Dylan wants to become Blossom Queen like her late mother, while Bella's relationship with Edward puts her in danger like her mother faced. The movies explore themes of popularity, social divides, self-discovery, and the challenges of young love across different worlds.
A Cinderella Story
Both "A Cinderella Story" and "Twilight" center around a teenage girl who falls for a mysterious, supernatural love interest from a different world. In "A Cinderella Story", Sam develops an online connection with Austin, the popular quarterback who is secretly her pen pal "Nomad". Similarly, in "Twilight", Bella becomes intrigued by Edward Cullen and his vampire family. The girls face opposition to their relationships, with Sam's stepfamily trying to keep her from Austin, and the Cullens concerned about exposing their secret. There is also a climactic confrontation with an antagonistic force, as Sam is humiliated by her stepsisters and Shelby, while Bella is hunted by the tracker vampire James. Ultimately, the couples overcome these obstacles and embrace their love, with Sam and Austin heading to Princeton together, and Edward saving Bella from becoming a vampire.
The Hamiltons
Both "The Hamiltons" and "Twilight" center around families with supernatural secrets - the Hamiltons are a family of vampires, while the Cullens are a coven of vampires posing as a human family. The protagonists (Bella and Francis) discover the dark truth about their respective families and are drawn into their supernatural worlds. There is a forbidden romance element, with Bella falling for the vampire Edward, and Francis being tempted by his bloodlust for a human girl. The families must protect their secrets from being exposed to the human world, while also dealing with threats from other vampires (James and his coven in Twilight). The movies explore themes of embracing one's true nature, the struggle between human and vampire identities, and the lengths families will go to protect their own.
Blood and Chocolate
Both "Blood and Chocolate" and "Twilight" involve a young woman who falls in love with a supernatural being - a werewolf in Blood and Chocolate and a vampire in Twilight. The relationships are forbidden and face opposition from the supernatural communities they belong to. There is a central conflict where the woman's life is threatened by a dangerous member of the supernatural group, requiring her lover and his family to protect her. The woman also learns about the existence of these supernatural beings over the course of the story. Ultimately, the woman and her supernatural lover end up together, defying the rules and norms of their respective groups.
Midnight Son
Both "Midnight Son" and "Twilight" center around a young man who discovers he is a vampire or vampire-like creature. They fall in love with a human woman, putting their relationship in jeopardy due to their need for blood and the dangers it poses to their partner. The protagonists struggle to control their bloodlust and violent tendencies while trying to maintain a normal life. They are hunted or investigated by antagonistic forces seeking to stop them. Ultimately, the protagonists embrace their vampiric nature and lifestyle with their lover by their side.