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.