What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedMaudie
Aisling Walsh · Film · 2016
If you loved Maudie, start with Maid (Molly Smith Metzler, 2021) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Maudie across media.
If you loved Maudie, you were likely drawn to the quiet, resilient spirit of an outsider finding their own unconventional path.
Books on the same thread
The Maid: A Novel
Nita Prose · Book · 2022
Explores: Neurodiversity, Social Awkwardness, Found Family.
Like the protagonist of Maudie, Molly Gray is a unique outsider who navigates a world that often misunderstands her, offering a similar sense of warmth and character-driven connection.
The Blue Castle
Lucy Maud Montgomery · Book · 1977
Shares a thread with Maudie: Small Town Life.
Valancy shares the same spirit of transformation found in Maudie. Both stories celebrate women who break away from restrictive social settings to finally embrace their true, authentic selves.
Anne's House of Dreams
Lucy Maud Montgomery · Book · 1996
Explores: Marriage, New Beginnings, Community.
Fans of the rural atmosphere in Maudie will appreciate this story, which captures the same tender, community-focused exploration of love and new beginnings in a quiet, Canadian landscape.
The Maid
Nita Prose · Book · 2022
Explores: neurodivergent protagonist, social isolation, unlikely friendship.
The neurodivergent protagonist at the heart of this mystery mirrors the quiet strength of the artist in Maudie, proving that social isolation does not preclude a deeply meaningful life.
Series on the same thread
Maid
Molly Smith Metzler · Series · 2021
Explores: Single Motherhood, Breaking the Cycle of Abuse, Resilience.
This narrative echoes the grit and resilience found in Maudie, focusing on a woman working in domestic service while fighting to build a better future against difficult odds.
The Good Doctor
David Shore · Series · 2017
Explores: Outsider Perspective, Overcoming Prejudice, Professional Growth.
Much like the titular character in Maudie, Shaun Murphy navigates a world that views his disability as a barrier, yet he continues to demonstrate his worth through his craft.
Atypical
Robia Rashid · Series · 2017
Explores: Autism Spectrum, Self-Discovery, Family Dynamics.
The journey of self-discovery and independence for an individual on the autism spectrum here will resonate with those moved by the personal growth depicted in Maudie.
Anne with an E
Moira Walley-Beckett · Series · 2017
Explores: Orphanhood, Found Family, Female Empowerment.
This story of an orphan seeking her place in the world captures the same spirit of an outsider striving for acceptance that defined the experience of Maudie.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Archers
Podcast
Shares a thread with Maudie: small town life.
Those who enjoyed the small-town life and focus on human relationships within Maudie will find a similarly immersive and grounded experience in this long-running rural drama.
Morbid
Ash Kelley & Alaina Urquhart · Podcast · 2026
Explores: macabre humor, skepticism, human mortality.
While different in tone, this podcast provides an intimate look at human mortality and history, echoing the deep curiosity about life that drove the art in Maudie.
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Common questions
Is Maudie based on a true story?
Yes, the 2016 film Maudie depicts the life of Canadian folk artist Maud Lewis. The movie follows her journey as she works as a live-in housekeeper and eventually falls in love with the fishmonger who employs her.
What is the premise of the film Maudie?
Maudie tells the story of a Canadian folk artist named Maud Lewis. She takes a position as a live-in housekeeper for a local fishmonger, and the narrative focuses on the developing relationship between the two characters as they navigate their lives together.
Who directed the movie Maudie?
The 2016 film Maudie was directed by Aisling Walsh. The movie explores the life and artistic career of Maud Lewis, a Canadian folk artist who finds love while working as a housekeeper for a fishmonger.
What is the central relationship in Maudie?
The central relationship in Maudie is between the artist Maud Lewis and the fishmonger who hires her as a live-in housekeeper. The film documents how this professional arrangement evolves into a romantic connection between the two individuals.