8 Movies About Boston Bombing If You Liked Manhunt On Netflix

It is a three-part series that shares a broad view and profound into the events, survivors, and hunt people connected with the bombing at the 2013 Boston Marathon. 

It's a character study of criminals who were responsible for the bombing. 

The show also shares the life of those most affected on the day of the Marathon and its aftermath. 

The series highlights the terrorists, local Boston police, and local and national media. The people who were interviewed convey intriguing stories. 

It showed actual footage and interviews that show what happened in the 2013 terrorist attack in Boston. 

The series acquired positive feedback as it was captivating from start to finish. This docuseries was well worth the three hours as it was well-edited and produced with emotional testimonies. 

Also, the documentary mainly focuses on investigations rather than bombers.

You can also explore the reasons behind this evil work and how the guy got brainwashed.

The documentary premiered on April 12, 2023, with episodes White Hat, Balck Hat, The American Dream, and You Can't Interview a Corpse. 

• IMDB Rating: 7.6/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
• Stars: William B. Evans, Phillip Martin, Rick Deslauriers
• Available on: Netflix

The film, directed by Jon Dunham, follows the Boston Marathon history from 15 runners, female runners, tragedy, and aftermath.  

It shares all the preparation and the bombing during the race and also the emotional aftermath of the bombing. 

They interview survivors, law enforcement officials, runners, and medical personnel experiences of the event. 

Like every documentary, it also includes footage of the bombing and its aftermath, as well as the intense manhunt for the suspects.

It is a powerful and moving documentary that pays tribute to the victims of the bombing. It celebrates the strength and resilience of the Boston community. 

It is the only film crew that gained access to the 2014 marathon. The crew members used over 50 cameras to film it.

The film received an average reception. Although fans liked this documentary and the backstory on the Boston Marathon, they missed the 1982 Dick Beardsley/Alberto Salazar "Duel in the Sun" race.

They say it was a John Hancock infomercial, very focused on the 2014 marathon, the year after the bombing.

• IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
• Stars: Matt Damon, Robert de Castella, Manzie Jones
• Director: Jon Dunham

The American action drama movie tells the story of the bombing and its aftermath through the eyes of various individuals involved, including Officer Sergeant Tommy Saunders, Richard DesLauriers, victims, and their families. 

The Tsarnaev brothers' motive for the attack was never fully understood.

Besides focusing on their ideology, it concentrates on the human impact of the attack while sharing stories of the targets and their families. 

Meanwhile, it gave insight into discovering the terrorist involved in the case. 

It conveys people's courage and determination as they inspire the city to come together to deal with the tragedy.

The film is a moving tribute to the people of Boston and their response to the bombing. 

It shows the strength of human nature and the essence of coming together in the crisis period.

The movie premiered on December 21, 2016. It collected 52.2 million against a budget of $45 million. 

The film received positive feedback from critics. They say Patriots Day gave tribute to American tragedy real-life heroes rather than sharing the exploitative action thriller territory.

• IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
• Stars: Mark Wahlberg, Kevin Bacon,  Michelle Monaghan, John Goodman, J. K. Simmons,
• Director: Peter Berg
• Available on: Netflix

The 2014 documentary focuses on the tragic events on April 15, 2013, in Boston, when two bombs blasted at the Boston Marathon finish line. 

It was the worst terrorist attack, as three people were killed and 260 injured.

During the first anniversary of the tragedy, The Hunt for the Boston Bombers shares the two-hour events. 

The documentary follows the intense search for the two suspects, brothers Dzhokhar and Tamerlan Tsarnaev.

They use different media like surveillance footage, forensic evidence, and social media to track the suspects. 

In four days, they capture one while one is already demise.

In the documentary, they share the investigation, including interviews with witnesses, law officials, and victims. 

It also provides inside the motive and Tsarnaev brothers' background.

Overall, the emotional documentary conveyed events surrounding the Boston Marathon bombing and discovering the suspect.

• IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
• Stars: William B. Evans, Karen Odom, Michele Mahoney
• Director: Sam Hobkinson and Sam L.

A 2017 American biographical drama shares the real story of Jeff Bauman, who lost both legs in the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. 

Jeff lives in a small apartment with his alcoholic mom Patty while working at the deli counter. 

The author finds himself attracted to Erin while he is in a local bar. 

When he finds Erin trying to run a marathon to raise money, he comes forward to join her.

The bomb explodes, resulting in the loss of his legs.

As a result, Jeff struggles to adjust to his new life and his strained relationship with his on-again, off-again girlfriend, Erin.

Although he deals with physical and emotional challenges, Jeff should try to overcome his doubts and fears and move forward.

The film was released on September 22, 2017. Although people praised the story, it was a box office failure as it only collected $8.5 million from a budget of $30 million. 

Fans loved the performance of Jake Gyllenhaal as he delivered a powerful and nuanced version of Jeff. The actor captures both the author's vulnerability and his strength. 

• IMDB Rating: 6.9/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 90%
• Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Tatiana Maslany, Miranda Richardson, Clancy Brown
• Director: David Gordon Green

The documentary follows the journey of several survivors as they struggle to come to terms with their injuries and adjust to life after the attack.

It is a heart-wrenching documentary that tells the story of April 15, 2013, Boston Marathon bombing and its aftermath.

The documentary provides an in-depth look into the lives of the survivors and their experience in recovering from the tragic moment, including physical and mental issues. 

It also shares the life of the survivor's families of the victims affected by the terrorist attack.

Marathon even discusses the efforts of the Boston Police Department, FBI, and other law enforcement agencies. 

They worked to identify and arrest the suspects responsible for the bombing. The film shares the journey of people who found strength and comfort in one another during their darkest moments. 

It provides video footage covering some actual marathons, the hunt for the suspects, and the bombing.

It received average acclaim from the viewers, and they explained it was worth watching as it is a well-made documentary about the Boston bombing during the Boston Marathon in 2013.

• IMDB Rating: 7.9/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
• Stars: Celeste Corcoran, Sydney Corcoran and Patrick Downes
• Director: Ricki Stern and Anne Sundberg
• Available on: Hulu

It is a touching documentary that tells the story of Carlos Arredondo, a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing.

Carlos, known as the Man in the Cowboy Hat, captured the people's hearts when he helped save lives and comforted victims during the tragedy. 

The Janice Rogovin-directed film follows Carlos' journey from his early life in Costa Rica, losing his son and involvement in the Boston Marathon bombing. It explores his struggles of losing his sons Alex to military service in the Iraq war. 

After the devasting phase, he battles with depression. 

It also highlights his bravery and selflessness in the aftermath of the bombing. He helped save the lives of several victims and provided comfort and support.

Overall, this documentary is a moving tribute to Carlos Arredondo.

People wished the documentary reached more depth of character. Although it was an honest depiction, viewers felt important friends or family were missing during the interviews.

The film is focused on the real event in Boston, summarized and compared from the perspective of officials related to the Boston bombing, media, and reports.

It shares direct evidence as the director provided the verified news reports.

It put the subject to mainstream vs. independent internet media. It shares the truth behind mainstream media statements on the Bomb Drill.

Also, focus on facts about the mainstream witness report rejected by the alternative media witness. 

At the scene of the first explosion, the mainstream fails to note the military undercover investigators and their reasons. 

It focuses on the sense behind the FBI mentoring the Tsarnaev brothers and the person behind the attack. 

You will be surrounded by two perspectives and the real conspiracy in the film. 

It was only made by Amel Tresnjic, which is the impressive part of the film. He was the only one who researched the event, directed, animated, edited, and produced the movie only in two weeks period. 

• IMDB Rating: 7.5/10
• Stars: Alex Jones
• Director: Amel Tresnjic