Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica Movie 3: Hangyaku no Monogatari

Both films share enough in common. Both are deeply complex and have confusing plot lines that converge to a major climax to twist everything previously established by its predecessor, combined with dazzling visuals in an apocalyptic thriller. 

Both these movies serve as theatrical sequels to TV anime and have specifically one character as it's main focus and are dedicated to developing them further. Although Haruhi no Shoushitsu has a slower pace then Rebellion, both are still fantastic character pieces and are definitely worth the watch.  

Both movies have the crazy turn from the previous movies/TV series. In Rebellion and Evangelion 3.0, main protagonists found that their worlds has much changed than how it was in the end of their previous movies. Coincidentally, they are both the third movies of the saga and have the equally (in)famous talents behind them, Gen Urobuchi and Hideaki Anno. Both have this kind of enigmatic, "WTF is going on" feels and action scenes. 

It's tough to make a recommendation for the Kizumonogatari movies series, as they form but one part of the massive Monogatari franchise, and one that actually deviates from the typical Monogatari feel. Nonetheless, in certain ways I found Kizu as a whole (this means counting all three movies) to have some similarities with the third Madoka movie. Movies directed by Shaft, and it shows: medium blending (especially in Kizu, with cases of weird RL photos), shots from unusual angles, head tilts, etc. Also, both feature heavy supernatural with some mystery elements, expand and question the personalities and actions of certain characters and focus on strong and morally-ambiguous women. More things that unite these are its action: Rebellion and Kizu II and III both feature surreal and splendid action that is highly unexpected of a Shaft anime. Also, both movies feature excellent ending themes, are definetely not soft and have endings that deviate from a typical happy ending (although Rebellion's is much more extreme, dividing even diehard Madoka fans).  read more 

Both are mecha anime, which try to deconstruct their genre. In both anime, the main protagonist is a teenager, who becomes a mecha pilot, this becoming a child soldier in a devastating war. Both anime show the impact of war on these children, as they are forced to kill enemies and cope with the loss of their comrades. Also, in both shows, the main protagonists have a similar attitude and often refuse to participate in combat. Overall, both anime have a similar grim atmosphere and deal with similar themes. 

Both are fairly confusing/weird and/or harder to follow on a first watch, and both are fairly dark. The soundtrack of the two movies sound similar, and both sound awesome. You do have to see the first four Kara no Kyoukai movies, however its dark tales should be fairly interesting to many madoka magica fans. 

Both of them are the sequels to their respective shows with an even more screwed up twist than before. 

What purpose does magic serve? Will it make us happy? Will our wishes really be fulfilled, and if so, why must it come at the cost the dreams of other girls just like us? Both series tackle this question in similar ways. Aside from the optimistic newcomer with short pink hair and the relationship she has with the serious girl with long dark hair, both shows are about abolition and self-sacrifice. If you're into seeing people pushed to the breaking point in order to achieve their personal goals, this show has you covered as well. 

Pokémon 3: The Movie and Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Rebellion are two beautiful movies that explore the story of a wish for idealized worlds and of the main characters being in said worlds. While the former is a standalone film made for all ages and the latter is a dark sequel for an equally dark series for older audiences, both have similarities that I cannot ignore, including memorable fight scenes, some interesting shots/color choices, some tense moments (more of which is present in Madoka's case), and wonderful soundtracks (especially if you are watching the original Japanese version in Pokémon's case). 

Both movies are focussed around the theme of living in a perfect world that was created by someone who is no longer present... but nonetheless, people who were close to that person feel a certain emptiness and longing. Also, in both movies the main protagonist is a strong-willed female character. The main difference between them is of course that Steins;Gate features time travel, while Madoka Magica is more focussed on alterations of reality. 

Both Madoka Magica and the Gridman series (SSSS.Gridman-SSSS.Dynazenon-Gridman Universe) are 'deconstructions' of their genre but really end up being more of a modern, dramatic, celebration of them. Gridman and Gridman universe have overall plots that are fairly reminiscent of Madoka Magica Rebellion that's hard to get into without spoilers. Yuuta Hibiki is basically the male equivalent of Madoka Kaname. He is a careful, nervous, and somewhat reluctant hero that has a tremendous amount of power. When his friends are in danger and there's someone to save, he becomes a confident and unstoppable force of hope. They tend to act very similar in everyday life scenes. Light spoilers:[spoiler] They eventually depict him with golden eyes in a very similar way to Madokas.[/spoiler] The Gridman series seems to reference Madoka Magica rebellion. There are some scenes, especially in the Gridman Universe movie, that are animated or thematically similar to events in Madoka. Madoka Rebellion and Gridman Universe spoiler: [spoiler]There is a line about controlling the entropy of the universe in the Gridman Universe movie, as the main villain wants to trap someone to use human emotion to control the universe, similar to Kyubey.[/spoiler] read more 

Both have antihero girls who have to make a choice between satisfying their urges and feelings and respecting the desires and free will of others. Costume designs are similar. Both are dark magical anime with heavy yuri themes. 

-both anime have a girl with godlike abilities for a protagonist -they have a similar ending -both will leave you with many questions 

They have some similarities and differences: Similarities: -Yuu and Madoka are so alikes -Haruka and Homura are so alikes -They both have a special relation of girls Differences: -Sakura Trick have a lot of Yuri Kiss -Madoka Magica is a Mahou Shoujo while Sakura Trick is Slice Of Life 

A protagonist feels a selfish love towards a girl who previously helped others by going through several hardships, with the former trying to sabotage the latter's actions. 

Both main characters are females fighting something (dragons/witches) with memories problem (while in G-9 the main character is not remembering anything, in Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica Movie 3 the main character is the only one remembering something. 

Franchise that started as something that looks innocent and just slice of life-y cute girls has now become a tragic story that takes psychological toll on its characters. If you like such switch, you will likely enjoy these. 

This is also a masterpiece by the same scriptwriter, Urobuchi Gen. It is similar to Madoka in a way that both are twisted. The art is arguably better in Fate/Zero and, most of all, it is, like Madoka, a destroyer of people's opinions. Fate/Zero is actually a prequel to Fate/stay night so naturally, people were not expecting much when Ufotable announced that they would make a prequel anime based on Fate/stay night. And, like how he did with initial Madoka fans, Urobuchi proved them wrong. Go watch it. If you enjoyed Madoka not for the cuteness (actually if you enjoyed it for cuteness you would hate Madoka) then this anime will suit you. Make Urobuchi crush your tainted wishes again! You'll get my reference after watching the show. read more 

Both story surrounds dictatorship, democracy and utilitarianism inside an endless spiral of cosmic illusions. Both shows would make a good shampoo commercial. 

Both movies have a dark atmosphere. Both have dark twists every 5 minutes. Both movies take place in mysterious worlds. Both movies have at least 1 MC who knows everything about the mysterious worlds. 

Both anime have protagonists who live in a fictional world. They mix up reality with surreal imagery to convey a dream-like feeling. They have a complex narrative with many plot twists, which often confuse the viewers. Also, both anime have an overall similar vibe. 

CC and Akemi due to their obsession and personal reasons are in a desperate journey to save the protagonists after unsuccessful attempts involving an antagonist whose goal is to do whatever it takes to save that is deemed necessary to them for the good. Unlike the main series, it revolves around the deutaroganists of the story as protagonists in their own narrative and devleopment. The movies take place after the recap movie trilogy and this sets off a new journey as an alternate universe diverting from the main trilogy. 

Kaiba and Akemi due to their obsession and personal reasons are in the pursuit the save the protagonists after spending amount of time from the main series involving the powerful antagonist whose goal deals with the threat of the universe. Both involve in alternate realities such as Rebellion creates a new timeline while Dark Side of Dimensions is set in the manga timeline. 

Both series are rife with symbolism, making the viewer pay attention to scenery, musical ques, design and placement in order to understand the full story. In fact, both are so heavy on the symbolism that the exact meaning as to what goes on in both are still under debate to this day. Both series have a strong bond between the two leads, both of which are female. These leads have a very interesting relationship, starting out as close friends but bleeding right into self-sacrificially romantic in the closing stages. Both PMMM:Rebellion and Revolutionary Girl Utena tackle the concept of a person showcasing an 'ideal' versus the actual person, and do it in similar ways. In addition, this is topped off with a layer at the climactic parts of both Rebellion and Utena featuring extreme examples of Self-sacrifice, but the purpose of this self-sacrifice is debatable. In addition, both are heavily criticized for their pacing, however, for radically different reasons. Utena drags excessively during the first 10 episodes, and again for the first half of it's final arc. Rebellion, as opposed, is seen by most as ramping upwards too quickly at the end, supposedly leaving no room for buildup. read more 

Both series are a dark turn on the cute and moe genre that goes badly for the main characters, who are in both shows young girls. Both have a weird structure and plot twists and have unsatisfying endings, so its very likely that you will apreciate the other if you enjoy one of them. Also they are both extremely well done and dont give a damn about what the audience will be expecting.