Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Chekist List
- The Lives of Others - Explores the psychological effects of surveillance and repression in East Germany.
- Burnt by the Sun - Focuses on the impact of Stalin's purges on individuals and families during the Soviet era.
- The Baader Meinhof Complex - A dramatic portrayal of radical political movements and state repression in 1970s Germany.
- The Man from Earth - A dialogue-driven narrative that questions history and beliefs, similar to Chekist's introspection.
- The Constant Gardener - Examines the consequences of political machinations and corruption in a personal narrative.
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy - Involves espionage and the moral dilemmas faced by intelligence agents during the Cold War.
- The Spy Who Came in from the Cold - A chilling portrayal of espionage and betrayal during the Cold War.
- The Lives of Others - An intimate look at the effects of a totalitarian regime on individual lives.
- Child 44 - A crime thriller that reveals the dark underbelly of the Soviet regime.
- The Death of Louis XIV - Explores political power and its effects on personal lives similar to Chekist.
- The Iron Curtain - Focuses on the impact of the Soviet influence and espionage in post-war Europe.
- V for Vendetta - Dissent against totalitarianism, characterized by strong themes of rebellion and repression.
- The Killing Fields - A harrowing look at the Cambodian genocide and the moral choices faced in extreme situations.
- The Lives of Others - A poignant exploration of surveillance, privacy, and the human condition under a police state.
- Good Bye Lenin! - A tragicomedy that deals with the fall of communism in East Germany and its societal aftermath.
- The Queen's Gambit - Explores the struggles against oppressive circumstances, though in a different historical context.
- Fargo - Features dark themes of morality and crime in a cold landscape, akin to Chekist's atmosphere.
- A Clockwork Orange - Explores the consequences of state control and the impact of violence and reform.
- The Killing - Investigates crime in a slow-burning, character-centric narrative; shares Chekist's tone.
- Day Watch - A blend of fantasy and political intrigue with moral dilemmas similar to Chekist.
- The Bridge on the River Kwai - Deals with themes of duty and personal conviction against oppressive forces.
- Enemy at the Gates - A WWII drama that reflects the human cost of ideological conflicts in a totalitarian regime.
- The Cement Garden - Explores the darker aspects of human nature and family dynamics under stress.
- The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - A character study of morality and legend within a violent historical context.
- The Wind That Shakes the Barley - Explores personal and political conflict during a time of oppression in Ireland.
- The Pianist - A harrowing tale of survival during WWII in occupied Poland, reflecting oppression and resilience.
- The Secret in Their Eyes - Combines elements of crime and personal loss amidst political turmoil.
- The Trial - A Kafkaesque narrative that examines the nature of justice under an oppressive regime.
- Z - A political thriller that explores corruption and conspiracy in a repressive system.
- Waltz with Bashir - An animated exploration of memory and trauma from the Lebanon War, touching on similar themes.
- The Motorcycle Diaries - A journey of self-discovery against a backdrop of political and social upheaval.
- Talk to Her - A deep exploration of human emotion and interaction in dire circumstances.
- Midnight Express - The struggle against oppressive systems while exploring human resilience.
- Osama - Follows the harsh realities of life under Taliban rule, emphasizing human rights issues.
- City of God - Portrays life in an oppressive environment, focusing on crime and survival.
- Pan's Labyrinth - Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, intertwining fantasy and reality.
- The Killing of a Sacred Deer - Examines morality, control, and the grotesque, resonating with Chekist's tension.
- The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Combines crime, personal turmoil, and systemic corruption in a gripping narrative.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2006 | France | Drama | 413983 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | R |
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1994 | France | Drama | 16447 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2008 | Czech Republic | Action | 40370 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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2007 | United States of America | Sci-Fi | 202599 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 5 |
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2005 | China | Drama | 149417 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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2011 | France | Drama | 213896 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 | 1965 | United Kingdom | Drama | 18989 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 8 |
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2015 | United States of America | Crime | 76328 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 9 |
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2016 | France | Biography | 2620 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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1948 | United States of America | Biography | 1139 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2006 | Germany | Action | 1188360 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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1984 | United Kingdom | Biography | 60089 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 13 |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 575311 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 14 |
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1996 | United Kingdom | Crime | 733442 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 15 |
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1971 | United Kingdom | Crime | 888921 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2011 | United States of America | Crime | 125250 | 8.3 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 17 |
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2006 | Russia | Fantasy | 35536 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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1957 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 235464 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
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2001 | France | Action | 279720 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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1993 | France | Drama | 5400 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 21 | 2007 | Canada | Drama | 194193 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 22 |
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2006 | Belgium | Drama | 55171 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 23 |
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2002 | France | Biography | 926283 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 24 |
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2009 | Argentina | Drama | 224631 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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1962 | France | Drama | 24516 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 26 |
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1969 | Algeria | Crime | 31672 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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2008 | Australia | Drama | 60782 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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2004 | Argentina | Drama | 105191 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2002 | Spain | Drama | 118128 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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1978 | United Kingdom | Biography | 88988 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 31 |
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2004 | Afghanistan | Drama | 9567 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2002 | Brazil | Drama | 809417 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2006 | Mexico | Fantasy | 708164 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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2017 | United Kingdom | Drama | 192767 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
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2011 | Sweden | Crime | 499932 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
