A Doll's House, a play by Henrik Ibsen first performed in 1879, explores the role of the protagonist, Nora, as a woman in her society. Strindberg expressed a strong aversion to the play's depiction of gender roles. Miss Julie is often considered to be Strindberg's response to A Doll's House.

Hedda Gabler, an 1890 play also authored by Ibsen, tells the story of a woman who, like Miss Julie, struggles to exist within the limitations imposed by society's gender expectations. Some view this play as Ibsen's reply to Miss Julie.

A Streetcar Named Desire, a 1947 play by Tennessee Williams, is thought to be heavily influenced by Miss Julie. This drama centers on Blanche DuBois, a southern belle whose best days are behind her, and her interactions with her sister's husband, Stanley Kowalski. The play addresses significant themes such as sexual desire, class, and gender roles.

The Awakening, an 1899 novel by Kate Chopin, narrates the story of Edna Pontellier, who similarly rejects societal norms and conventions. Like Julie, Edna ultimately commits suicide. However, Chopin presents a perspective on a troubled woman that is markedly different from Strindberg's.

The Father, Strindberg's 1887 play, is another naturalistic drama that delves into the complexities of relationships between men and women.