Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Bob Roberts List

  • Wag the Dog - Satirical take on politics and media manipulation, similar in tone to Bob Roberts.
  • Man on the Moon - Biographical portrayal of a comedic yet complex figure, reflecting on fame and media.
  • The Campaign - A political satire centered around an election, offering humor on the political landscape.
  • Primary Colors - A political drama-comedy that explores campaign dynamics and personal ambition.
  • Thank You for Smoking - Cynical satire on lobbying and media, echoing the themes of Bob Roberts.
  • The Candidate - Focuses on a political campaign with a critical view of the process and media.
  • Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - Classic political satire with dark humor and absurdity, similar to Bob Roberts.
  • Election - A dark comedy about a high school election that mirrors political campaigns.
  • Dave - Involves a political impersonation and humor surrounding Washington politics.
  • The Wire - While not a comedy, it explores the intersections of politics and media in depth.
  • Parks and Recreation - A comedic portrayal of political life in local government, similar in satire.
  • Veep - A sharp political comedy series that highlights political maneuvers and absurdity.
  • To Die For - Satirical film on fame and media obsession, linking closely to Bob Roberts' themes.
  • Bob's Burgers - Animated series with a humorous take on family and local politics.
  • American Dreamer - A story of media and the pursuit of fame, touching on similar themes.
  • Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans - A unique take on morality and crime, combining dark humor and political undercurrents.
  • The Front - Satirical take on Hollywood during the McCarthy era, discussing media and politics.
  • The Simpsons: The Movie - Offers social commentary through humor, akin to the political satire of Bob Roberts.
  • Inside Job - Documentary on the financial crisis that critiques the systems in power, similar thematic critique.
  • Four Lions - A dark comedy that satirizes extremism and media portrayal, echoing Bob Roberts' satire.
  • The Loudest Voice - Dramatizes the intersection of media and politics, resonating with themes of Bob Roberts.
  • The American President - Romantic comedy set within the political landscape, highlighting media interactions.
  • Freaky Friday - While not political, it explores identity and personal representation, much like Bob Roberts.
  • The Newsroom - Candid portrayal of news media and its role in politics and society.
  • House of Cards - A dark political drama that exposes the manipulations within the political system.
  • The Big Short - Satirical and dramatic storytelling about financial crisis and media portrayal.
  • The Last Hurrah - A classic film about politics and media, echoing the themes explored in Bob Roberts.
  • RoboCop - Satirical sci-fi that critiques corporations and media's role in society.
  • Good Night, and Good Luck - Explores media's role in politics and social justice, resonating with Bob Roberts themes.
  • The Social Network - Explores ambition and the influence of social media and fame on personal identity.
  • Burn After Reading - A dark comedy that takes a cynical view of politics and intelligence.
  • In the Loop - Sharp political satire exploring the absurdity of government decision-making.
  • Live from Baghdad - Provides commentary on media coverage during wartime, reflecting on the role of journalism.
  • Nightcrawler - Explores the ethics of media and journalism, akin to the media critique in Bob Roberts.
  • SNL: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse - Uses humor and satire akin to Bob Roberts through animated shorts exploring media and politics.
  • A Very Potter Musical - A humorous and satirical portrayal of pop culture and its influence, similar in tone.
  • Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan - Satirical mockumentary that critiques American culture and politics.
  • Idiocracy - A satirical look at the future of America, touching on politics and media manipulation.
  • Lord of War - A darkly comedic take on arms dealing and politics, paralleling media themes.
  • Zoolander - A comedic critique of the fashion industry and media, using satire similar to Bob Roberts.

Last updated: 2024-09-26 19:09:15

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Wag the Dog
Wag the Dog
97 min
1997 United States of America 89110 7.1 Movie Released R
2
Man on the Moon
Man on the Moon
118 min
1999 Germany 138408 7.4 Movie Released R
3
The Campaign
The Campaign
85 min
2012 United States of America 137667 6.1 Movie Released
4
Primary Colors
Primary Colors
143 min
1998 France 30279 6.7 Movie Released R
5 2005 United Kingdom 230007 7.5 Movie Released R
6
The Candidate
The Candidate
110 min
1972 United States of America 12029 7 Movie Released PG
7 1964 United Kingdom 522663 8.3 Movie Released PG
8
Election
Election
103 min
1999 United States of America 105848 7.2 Movie Released R
9
Dave
Dave
110 min
1993 United States of America 57423 6.9 Movie Released PG-13
10
The Wire
The Wire
60 min
SS 5 EP 60
2002 United States of America 384058 9.3 Serie Ended TV-MA
11
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation
22 min
SS 7 EP 122
2009 United States of America 292293 8.6 Serie Ended TV-14
12
Veep
Veep
30 min
SS 7 EP 65
2012 United States of America 64807 8.4 Serie Ended TV-MA
13
To Die For
To Die For
106 min
1995 United Kingdom 54129 6.8 Movie Released R
14
Bob's Burgers
Bob's Burgers
23 min
SS 15 EP 282
2011 United States of America 93872 8.2 Serie Returning Series TV-14
15 1984 United States of America 1790 6.5 Movie Released PG
16
The Front
The Front
95 min
1976 United States of America 9744 7.3 Movie Released PG
17
Inside Job
Inside Job
109 min
2010 United States of America 79617 8.2 Movie Released PG-13
18
Four Lions
Four Lions
97 min
2010 France 86087 7.3 Movie Released
19
The Loudest Voice
The Loudest Voice
50 min
SS 1 EP 7
2019 United States of America 14680 7.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
20 1995 United States of America 61064 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
21
Freaky Friday
Freaky Friday
97 min
2003 United States of America 154820 6.3 Movie Released PG
22
The Newsroom
The Newsroom
60 min
SS 3 EP 25
2012 126042 8.6 Serie Ended TV-MA
23
House of Cards
House of Cards
55 min
SS 6 EP 73
2013 United States of America 534923 8.6 Serie Ended TV-MA
24
The Big Short
The Big Short
131 min
2015 United States of America 492003 7.8 Movie Released R
25
The Last Hurrah
The Last Hurrah
117 min
1958 United States of America 4211 7.3 Movie Released
26
RoboCop
RoboCop
102 min
1987 United States of America 287247 7.6 Movie Released
27 2010 United States of America 767077 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
28 2008 United States of America 356762 7 Movie Released R
29
In the Loop
In the Loop
106 min
2009 United Kingdom 61976 7.4 Movie Released NR
30 2002 United States of America 4851 7.2 Movie Released
31
Nightcrawler
Nightcrawler
118 min
2014 United States of America 612762 7.8 Movie Released
32 2006 United Kingdom 447380 7.4 Movie Released
33
Idiocracy
Idiocracy
84 min
2006 United States of America 187859 6.5 Movie Released R
34
Lord of War
Lord of War
122 min
2005 France 340241 7.6 Movie Released R
35
Zoolander
Zoolander
89 min
2001 United States of America 295716 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
×