Movies like Return to the Blue Lagoon

While much more of a survival story, Cast Away offers a deep dive into the challenges and psychological journey of being stranded alone on an island. Audiences who appreciate the elements of survival in Return to the Blue Lagoon might find Tom Hanks' performance compelling.

The predecessor to Return to the Blue Lagoon, this classic tale of two young cousins stranded on a paradisiacal tropical island shares the same themes of survival, romance, and coming of age. Fans of the sequel will enjoy seeing where the story began.

Adventurous spirits and a paradise gone wrong, The Beach showcases a young traveler's discovery of a secret island utopia that ultimately unfolds into something less idyllic. It shares the themes of paradise, isolation, and human nature found in Return to the Blue Lagoon.

Set in Hawaii, this romantic comedy with a unique approach to love and memory loss offers beautiful scenery coupled with a heartwarming narrative. It's perfect for viewers who enjoyed the lighthearted moments and island romance in Return to the Blue Lagoon.

It presents the story of a spoiled socialite and a poor sailor stranded on an island, where power dynamics shift. Fans of the narrative twists and evolving relationship in Return to the Blue Lagoon might be intrigued by the character development in this romantic drama.

Geared towards a younger audience, Nim's Island is an adventurous family film about a girl who lives on an isolated island with her scientist father. Children and families who appreciate tales of island living with elements of fantasy, like Return to the Blue Lagoon, would enjoy this one.

Capturing the beauty of the ocean and the passion for wave-riding, Blue Crush revolves around young adults and their relationships set against the surfing world. Those who appreciated the tropical settings and young romance in Return to the Blue Lagoon may find similar vibes here.