Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Lebanon List

• The Kite Runner - Explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the effects of war in a culturally rich setting.
• Waltz with Bashir - An animated documentary that deals with the Lebanese War and its psychological impacts.
• Omar - A gripping drama about love, betrayal, and resistance within a politically charged environment.
• Paradise Now - Follows two Palestinian men preparing for a suicide bombing, investigating themes of conflict and humanity.
• Beirut - Set against the backdrop of the Lebanese Civil War and showcases themes of loss and survival.
• Incendies - A powerful drama about a family affected by the consequences of war and deep-seated conflicts.
• Capernaum - Focuses on childhood struggles within a tumultuous socio-political backdrop in Lebanon.
• Caramel - A romantic comedy that captures the lives of Lebanese women and their personal struggles.
• West Beirut - Depicts the life of teenagers during the Lebanese Civil War and their quest for normalcy.
• The Syrian Bride - Explores themes of cultural conflict and personal identity in a war-torn region.
• The Perfume of the Lady in Black - Examines the intersection of personal tumult and societal issues reflecting Lebanese sensibilities.
• Ziad Doueiri's The Attack - A drama focusing on identity and conflict in the Middle East.
• For Sama - An intimate portrayal of life during the Syrian Civil War with deep personal narratives.
• A Man of Honor - Describes regional conflicts and individual struggles within a war-torn setting.
• Ziad Doueiri's Lila Says - Explores young love amidst socio-political turmoil in a Lebanese context.
• The Cut - Explores themes of loss and identity amid a backdrop of war and conflict.
• Ghosts of the Civil Dead - Explores the effects of conflict and the human condition in a repressive environment.
• The Last Signal - Revolves around personal stories interwoven with larger political narratives.
• The Beach Boys: An American Family - Although primarily about a music group, it has parallels in personal and cultural struggles.
• Restless - A drama that delves into themes of displacement and war-torn lives.
• The White Helmets - Highlights personal courage amidst conflict, focusing on rescue efforts in war zones.
• A Separation - Deeply explores personal and societal conflicts in Iran, reflecting similar themes of Lebanon.
• The Breadwinner - An animated film about a girl’s fight for survival in a male-dominated society, echoing Lebanon's struggles.
• What is a Man Worth? - Explores the complexities of characters faced with moral dilemmas in a crisis setting.
• Rendition - Deals with themes of justice and war, reflecting critical perspectives on conflict.
• The Unknown Soldier - Explores the impact of war on individuals, resonating with Lebanon's historical context.
• Middle East: The Last War - Documentary about ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, relevant to Lebanon's situation.
• The Soldiers of the Damned - A look into individual stories amidst larger geopolitical conflicts, resonant with Lebanese narratives.
• The Attack - Explores cultural identity and conflict in the Middle Eastern context.
• In the Land of Blood and Honey - Explores the theme of love in the backdrop of war, similar to the emotional landscape in Lebanon.
• The Time That Remains - Navigates personal and political narratives in a conflict-heavy region.
• The 39 Steps - Although primarily a classic thriller, involves themes of identity and geopolitical tension.
• The Attack of the Wood-Land creatures - Mixes adventure and political commentary, echoing themes seen in films dealing with Lebanon.
• Tyrant - A drama series that critically examines identity and power in a Middle Eastern context.
• Homeland - A political thriller that explores themes of terrorism and international relations, relevant to Lebanon.