Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Candidate List

• The Manchurian Candidate - Political thriller involving manipulation and conspiracy.
• Primary Colors - A satirical look at political campaigning and personal ambition.
• All the President's Men - Journalistic investigation into political corruption.
• Wag the Dog - Dark comedy about creating a war to distract from political scandal.
• The Ides of March - Explores the underbelly of political campaigns and ethics.
• Election - A dark comedy about high school politics mirroring adult political structures.
• Mr. Smith Goes to Washington - An idealistic man fights corruption in political office.
• House of Cards - A political drama about manipulation and power play in Washington.
• The West Wing - Drama about the workings of the U.S. government and its politics.
• Veep - A comedic take on the absurdities of political office in the U.S.
• The Contender - A political drama involving a female vice-presidential candidate.
• Lincoln - Historical political drama about leadership and politics during a tumultuous time.
• The Parallax View - Political conspiracy thriller involving an assassination.
• Thank You for Smoking - Satirical look at lobbying, PR and the political landscape.
• Bob Roberts - Mockumentary on a folk singer running for U.S. Senate, explores media manipulation.
• Skinny Puppy: The New American Music - Political commentary through art and music, intersecting with media.
• Milk - Biographical drama about a political leader and his activism.
• Network - A commentary on media's influence and its intersection with politics.
• The Report - A political thriller focusing on the investigation of CIA torture.
• Good Night, and Good Luck - Examines journalistic integrity in the face of political pressure.
• The Killers - Classic noir about conspiracy and moral ambiguity.
• In the Loop - A satirical look at the UK and U.S. governments during a conflict.
• Recount - Political drama detailing the controversial 2000 U.S. presidential election.
• The Butler - Historical drama touching on civil rights and U.S. politics through decades.
• The People vs. Larry Flynt - Explores First Amendment rights, media, and political challenges.
• The American President - Romantic and political complexities of being in political office.
• JFK - Political thriller centered around the assassination of President Kennedy.
• The Killing of America - A documentary reflecting on violence in America, including political violence.
• Fahrenheit 9/11 - A documentary concerning the political landscape post-9/11.
• The Square - Documentary about the Egyptian Revolution and the political struggles.
• Dave - A comedic take on a presidential impersonator taking office.
• Election Night - Fictional drama capturing the tension of a U.S. election night.
• The Seduction of Joe Tynan - Explores moral dilemmas and political ambitions of a senator.
• Our Brand Is Crisis - A political comedy-drama about political consulting in foreign elections.
• Four Days in September - Describes the political turmoil in Brazil during a significant period.
• American Crime Story - Recreates notable crime stories reflecting on societal and political issues.
• Scandal - Dramatic exploration of political scandals in Washington, D.C.
• Madam Secretary - Fictional political drama centered on a female Secretary of State and her challenges.