Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Contender List

• The Manchurian Candidate - Political thriller exploring themes of manipulation and power.
• Thank You for Smoking - A satirical take on lobbying, politics, and ethical dilemmas.
• Lincoln - Focuses on political battles in the context of leadership and legislation.
• The West Wing - A political drama series that dives deep into the workings of a presidential administration.
• Primary Colors - A political comedy-drama that follows a presidential campaign filled with scandals.
• Charlie Wilson's War - A true story about politics and covert actions concerning war.
• The American President - A romantic drama set against the backdrop of a presidential campaign.
• House of Cards - A political drama series about manipulation and ambition in Washington, D.C.
• The Queens Gambit - While centered on chess, themes of ambition and strategy are resonant.
• V for Vendetta - Explores themes of political dissent and revolution.
• The Trial of the Chicago 7 - Based on real-life events, it examines political protests and the judicial system.
• Mr. Smith Goes to Washington - Classic film about political ideals and integrity.
• War Room - Focuses on political campaigning and strategy.
• Wag the Dog - A dark comedy about fabricating stories in politics.
• The Candidate - Follows a man running for political office and the consequences of his campaign.
• Our Brand Is Crisis - A political comedy-drama depicting campaign strategies in a foreign country.
• The Hunt for Red October - Political and military tensions during the Cold War drive the plot.
• The Good Wife - Legal and political drama surrounding a woman's return to work after a scandal.
• The Butler - Takes a historical view of civil rights and political change through one man's life.
• Fair Game - Based on real-life events involving political machinations and personal stakes.
• Breach - Explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and espionage in a political context.
• The Last Tycoon - Examines power dynamics and ambition within both Hollywood and political spheres.
• Kill the Messenger - A journalist's investigation leads him into the depths of political corruption.
• The Report - Based on the true story of the Senate Intelligence Committee investigation into torture.
• Rendition - Explores the political implications and moral dilemmas surrounding extraordinary rendition.
• American Crime Story - Anthology series that delves into real-life cases intertwining crime and politics.
• The Vast of Night - While different in theme, it presents a unique story with elements of intrigue.
• Good Night, and Good Luck - Follows journalism and political tensions during the McCarthy era.
• Snowden - Reveals political and personal struggles of a whistleblower.
• The Best Man - A drama centered around politics, friendship, and ambition.
• Recount - Dramatic retelling of the 2000 Florida presidential election controversy.
• The Post - Journalistic efforts to expose government secrets facing political backlash.
• The Candidate - Explores the ethical implications of a political campaign.
• Kill Bill: Vol. 2 - Though primarily an action film, it explores themes of vengeance that resonate in political maneuvers.
• Zodiac - Explores themes of investigation and truth amid political ambiguities.
• Blue State - Focuses on political ideals and personal choice during political turmoil.
• Belly of the Beast - Involves governmental corruption and the demand for justice.
• No Way Out - Suspenseful thriller involving government operations and military intrigue.