What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Wish
Nicholas Sparks · Book
If you loved The Wish, start with The Last Sunrise (Carlson Young, 2026) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Wish across media.
What hooked you in The Wish was the way life-altering circumstances force a reevaluation of what truly matters in life.
Films on the same thread
The Last Sunrise
Carlson Young · Film · 2026
Explores: Living with chronic illness, Family secrets, Carpe diem.
Much like the protagonist in The Wish, Ry faces a medical reality that shifts her perspective, pushing her to embrace the present moment amidst difficult family secrets.
Reminders of Him
Vanessa Caswill · Film · 2026
Shares 3 threads with The Wish: Second chances, Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction.
If the emotional stakes and second chances in The Wish resonated with you, this story of redemption and finding forgiveness through unexpected connection will feel deeply familiar.
The Life List
Adam Brooks · Film · 2025
Shares a thread with The Wish: Second Chances.
Just as The Wish explores the necessity of confronting one's past, this journey of self-discovery through a bucket list mirrors the themes of transformation and second chances.
The Holiday
Nancy Meyers · Film · 2006
Explores: Love Across Borders, Second Chance Romance, Personal Transformation.
The Wish shares this film's focus on finding love during a transitional holiday period, where personal transformation and a change of scenery allow for newfound clarity.
Series on the same thread
My Life with the Walter Boys
Melanie Halsall · Series · 2023
Explores: found family, grief and healing, small-town life.
Fans of The Wish who appreciate stories of healing after a life-altering tragedy will connect with this narrative of finding hope and support in a new environment.
The Pitt
R. Scott Gemmill · Series · 2025
Shares a thread with The Wish: Medical Drama.
If the medical drama elements in The Wish drew you in, you will find the high-stakes environment and focus on the human experience within healthcare equally compelling here.
Patrick Melrose
David Nicholls · Series · 2018
Explores: Trauma, Addiction, Upper-class dysfunction.
Like the internal journey depicted in The Wish, this series offers a raw, character-driven look at navigating the long road to recovery from deeply rooted personal trauma.
Fleishman Is in Trouble
Taffy Brodesser-Akner · Series · 2022
Explores: Midlife Crisis, Marriage Breakdown, Modern Dating.
Those who enjoyed the emotional complexity of The Wish will find this exploration of a sudden life pivot and the subsequent search for meaning to be quite resonant.
Podcasts on the same thread
Making Space with Hoda Kotb
Hoda Kotb, TODAY · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Human resilience, Emotional healing, Self-discovery.
If you appreciated the focus on human resilience in The Wish, this series of conversations provides a similar, heartfelt look at how individuals navigate their own difficult paths.
Scamanda
Lionsgate Sound · Podcast · 2025
While The Wish approaches a medical diagnosis with sincerity, this podcast examines the intersection of illness and personal narrative, perfect for those fascinated by the complexity of health.
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Common questions
How long is the audiobook version of The Wish?
The unabridged audiobook version of The Wish has a total runtime of 11 hours and 42 minutes. This recording features narrators Mela Lee and Will Collyer providing the voice performances for the story.
Who narrates the audiobook edition of The Wish?
The audiobook edition of The Wish is read by Mela Lee and Will Collyer. The complete unabridged recording spans 11 hours and 42 minutes of listening time.
Is The Wish available as an unabridged audiobook?
Yes, The Wish is available as an unabridged audiobook. The recording features narrators Mela Lee and Will Collyer and has a total listening duration of 11 hours and 42 minutes.
What is the total duration of The Wish audiobook?
The total duration of The Wish audiobook is 11 hours and 42 minutes. This unabridged production is performed by narrators Mela Lee and Will Collyer.