Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Recount List

• The Candidate - Explores the political process and the personal challenges faced by candidates.
• Game Change - Focuses on a pivotal moment in a political campaign and the people involved.
• The Ides of March - A political drama that examines campaign strategies and ethical dilemmas.
• All the President's Men - Based on a true story about journalists uncovering a political scandal.
• The West Wing - A political drama that delves into the inner workings of the White House.
• Primary Colors - A political satire based on a fictional candidate's campaign, inspired by real events.
• Selma - Focuses on a pivotal event in the Civil Rights movement and its political implications.
• The Butler - Follows a White House butler through decades of political change and historical events.
• Fahrenheit 9/11 - A documentary that critiques political events and decisions in the U.S.
• The Fog of War - A documentary covering the complexities of war and political decision-making.
• Lincoln - A historical drama focusing on the political maneuvering during Lincoln's presidency.
• House of Cards - A political thriller involving manipulation and power struggles in politics.
• The Speech - Centers around political speeches and their impact on campaign dynamics.
• The Queen - Depicts the political and personal challenges faced during a national crisis.
• Mrs. America - Explores the fight for women's rights and the political climate of the era.
• Spotlight - Investigative journalism that exposes systemic issues, much like political scandals.
• The Post - Focuses on the media's role in reporting politically sensitive information.
• Vice - A biographical drama about former Vice President Dick Cheney and his influence on American politics.
• The War Room - A documentary about the 1992 presidential campaign's inner workings.
• W - A biographical film about George W. Bush and the events of his presidency.
• The Trial of the Chicago 7 - A historical drama about political activists put on trial for conspiracy.
• The Front Runner - Based on the true story of Gary Hart's presidential campaign and its fallout.
• Chernobyl - Depicts political decisions surrounding a historical disaster with significant consequences.
• The Big Short - Explores the financial crisis with political undertones and repercussions.
• Thirteen Days - A historical account of the Cuban Missile Crisis and political decision-making.
• The Conspirator - A historical drama focusing on the legal and political ramifications of a national tragedy.
• Boys State - A documentary that explores youth politics and the electoral process at a young age.
• The Newsroom - Explores the intersection of media and politics in a contemporary setting.
• The American President - A romantic comedy that explores the personal life of a sitting president amidst political challenges.
• Thank You for Smoking - A satirical look at lobbying and the political implications of advertising.
• The Report - Focuses on political investigations and ethical dilemmas within the government.
• Nixon - A biographical take on Richard Nixon's presidency and the Watergate scandal.
• Thirteen - Examines the political backdrop of youth and rebellion in a societal context.
• Election - A satirical comedy about a high school election that parallels political strategies.
• The Good Fight - A legal and political drama addressing contemporary issues within the context of the justice system.
• The Loudest Voice - A miniseries about the rise and fall of Roger Ailes and Fox News.
• Bombshell - A film exploring the toxic workplace culture and political ramifications in the media industry.
• Running with the Devil - A drug lord's rise to power reflects political themes of corruption and influence.
• The Manchurian Candidate - A political thriller about manipulation and betrayal within national politics.
• The Killing Fields - A historical drama detailing the political landscape and its impact on human lives.
• Friday Night Lights - Although centered around high school football, it intersects with local politics and community issues.
• Civic Duty - A tense drama that examines the impact of patriotism and suspicion in modern society.
• Spotless - A dark comedy series that subtly explores the ramifications of personal choices parallel to political decisions.
• The Politician - A satirical take on the lengths people will go to in order to win political office.