Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Charlie Wilson's War List

  • The Good Shepherd - Explores the complexities of covert operations and the impact on personal and national identity.
  • Argo - Based on a real covert operation during the Iran hostage crisis, blending political intrigue and drama.
  • Wag the Dog - Satirical take on political manipulation and media, with a focus on the impact of government actions.
  • The Ides of March - Explores the ethical dilemmas surrounding political campaigns and the use of media.
  • Bridge of Spies - Highlights Cold War tensions and the importance of diplomacy, echoing themes of secrecy and negotiation.
  • Good Night, and Good Luck - Focuses on media's role in politics and moral courage during challenging times.
  • The Post - Centers on the journalism efforts to publish classified documents, addressing themes of truth and accountability.
  • Frost/Nixon - Dramatizes the interviews between David Frost and Richard Nixon, showcasing political accountability and media influence.
  • Thirteen Days - Focuses on the Cuban Missile Crisis, reflecting on decision-making in high-stakes political environments.
  • Zero Dark Thirty - Delves into the hunt for Osama bin Laden, intertwining military and political narratives.
  • The Constant Gardener - A political thriller that tackles issues of corruption and ethics in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • The American - Focuses on the life of an assassin, exploring themes of isolation and moral ambiguity.
  • Lord of War - Sheds light on the arms trade and its political implications, with a mix of drama and dark humor.
  • Primary Colors - Satirical portrayal of a presidential campaign, reflecting on morality and manipulation in politics.
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  • Che: Part One - Focuses on the life and motivations of Che Guevara, exploring revolutionary politics.
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  • Body of Evidence - Involves legal and ethical dilemmas surrounding a high-stakes murder case.
  • The Spy Who Came in from the Cold - Classic Cold War espionage narrative highlighting moral complexities and betrayal.
  • The King's Speech - Focuses on the power of communication in the political arena, with compelling character dynamics.
  • Eyes Wide Shut - Explores the intersections of power, privilege, and secrecy in a privileged society.
  • Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy - Focuses on espionage during the Cold War, with a heavy emphasis on moral ambiguity.
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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2006 United States of America 109048 6.7 Movie Released R
2
Argo
Argo
120 min
2012 United Kingdom 642708 7.7 Movie Released
3
Wag the Dog
Wag the Dog
97 min
1997 United States of America 89110 7.1 Movie Released R
4 2011 United States of America 232023 7.1 Movie Released R
5
Bridge of Spies
Bridge of Spies
141 min
2015 India 329932 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
6
The Post
The Post
116 min
2017 United States of America 163821 7.2 Movie Released
7
Frost/Nixon
Frost/Nixon
122 min
2008 France 112961 7.7 Movie Released R
8
Thirteen Days
Thirteen Days
145 min
2000 United States of America 63304 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
9 2012 India 321851 7.4 Movie Released R
10 2005 China 149417 7.3 Movie Released R
11
The American
The American
104 min
2010 United Kingdom 102745 6.3 Movie Released R
12
Lord of War
Lord of War
122 min
2005 France 340241 7.6 Movie Released R
13
Primary Colors
Primary Colors
143 min
1998 France 30279 6.7 Movie Released R
14 1990 United States of America 216978 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
15
Che: Part One
Che: Part One
134 min
2008 France 48174 7.1 Movie Released
16
No Man's Land
No Man's Land
98 min
2001 Belgium 49063 7.9 Movie Released
17 1964 United States of America 17578 7.8 Movie Released
18 2004 United States of America 117537 6.6 Movie Released R
19
Syriana
Syriana
128 min
2005 United States of America 134919 6.9 Movie Released R
20 2014 United Kingdom 80966 6.7 Movie Released R
21
The Siege
The Siege
116 min
1998 United States of America 78753 6.4 Movie Released R
22
Body of Lies
Body of Lies
128 min
2008 United States of America 241028 7 Movie Released
23 2017 Hong Kong 92588 6.2 Movie Released
24 1993 Germany 16561 4.6 Movie Released R
25 1965 United Kingdom 18989 7.5 Movie Released
26 2010 United Kingdom 711617 8 Movie Released
27
Eyes Wide Shut
Eyes Wide Shut
159 min
1999 United Kingdom 380518 7.5 Movie Released R
28 2011 France 213896 7 Movie Released R
29 2008 United States of America 356762 7 Movie Released R
30 1993 United States of America 115269 7.2 Movie Released R
31
The Invasion
The Invasion
99 min
2007 United States of America 83242 5.9 Movie Released PG-13
32
Salt
Salt
100 min
2010 United States of America 331965 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
33 1984 United Kingdom 60089 7.8 Movie Released
34 2002 France 29906 7 Movie Released R
35 2015 United States of America 5325 5.2 Movie Released
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