Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Madam Secretary List

• The West Wing - Politically charged drama focusing on the inner workings of the White House.
• Designated Survivor - Political thriller revolving around a cabinet member who becomes president after an attack.
• Scandal - Follows a crisis management expert in Washington D.C. drama with political intrigue.
• The Good Wife - Combines legal drama with political themes; character development in high-stakes situations.
• House of Cards - Political drama showcasing manipulation and power struggles in Washington.
• Veep - Political satire about the personal and professional misadventures of a Vice President.
• The Politician - Follows a wealthy student with political aspirations, highlighting ambition and politics.
• Political Animals - A limited series focusing on a former First Lady navigating political life.
• Borgen - Danish political drama exploring the complexities of political life and leadership.
• Madam President - Drama centered around a woman leading a country, echoing themes of Madam Secretary.
• The Americans - Cold War espionage drama with political undertones and complex characters.
• American Odyssey - Political thriller involving military, corporate interests, and government conspiracies.
• 24 - Intense political and counter-terrorism drama with real-time storytelling.
• The Newsroom - Focuses on a cable news team and their ethical challenges in journalism and politics.
• The Crown - Explores the political and personal life of Queen Elizabeth II and her leadership.
• The Blacklist - Follows a former criminal mastermind helping the FBI track down terrorists and criminals.
• BrainDead - A political satire involving alien bugs that affect politicians’ decisions.
• Newsroom Amsterdam - Focuses on media and politics, showcasing the intertwining of the two.
• Ted Lasso - While primarily a comedy, it examines leadership, teamwork, and politics in a modern context.
• The Man in the High Castle - Alternative history exploring political corruption, power struggles, and governance.
• The Good Fight - Legal drama that includes political themes, addressing current events through a courtroom lens.
• Homeland - Spy thriller focusing on a CIA officer with significant political implications.
• The Family - Mystery-drama series dealing with the political implications of a kidnapping and its aftermath.
• Body of Proof - Follows a medical examiner solving crimes while navigating the politics of her job.
• The West Wing Special - Revisits iconic moments from the original series with a modern twist on political themes.
• NCIS: Los Angeles - Features government agents tackling political issues intertwined with criminal investigations.
• Parks and Recreation - A comedic view of local government and politics, focusing on community and dedication.
• The Fall - A gripping crime thriller that involves investigation within a complex political backdrop.
• Quantico - Follows young FBI recruits training while dealing with political scandals and terrorism.
• Suits - Legal drama tackling ethical and political dilemmas in a high-powered law firm.
• The Killing - Detective drama where local politics and crime investigations intertwine.
• The Shield - Police drama that tackles moral dilemmas and political corruption within law enforcement.
• Tyrant - Drama about the son of a Middle Eastern dictator who returns to his homeland.
• Spin City - Comedy set in the mayor's office that tackles political shenanigans in a light-hearted way.
• Westworld - Explores themes of power, control, and the political implications of advanced technology.
• Killing Eve - Spy thriller with strong political themes involving espionage and personal motivation.
• The Last Ship - Military drama focusing on survival and leadership as global politics crumbles.
• The Good Doctor - Medical drama that covers ethical dilemmas paralleling political ones in health care.
• In the Line of Duty - Explores law enforcement challenges that often intersect with political realities.
• Nurse Jackie - A unique take on health care challenges and the political environment surrounding it.

Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Blue and the Gray List

• The Civil War - Both explore the historical events surrounding the American Civil War.
• Gettysburg - Depicts the famous battle in the Civil War with a focus on character stories.
• Gods and Generals - A prequel to Gettysburg, it delves into the history and characters from the Civil War.
• Lincoln - Focuses on President Lincoln's life during the Civil War era.
• North and South - A miniseries that follows the lives of families during the Civil War.
• Cold Mountain - Set during the Civil War, it tells a story of love and survival.
• The Red Badge of Courage - Adapts the classic novel about a soldier's experience in the Civil War.
• The Good Lord Bird - A unique take on abolitionist John Brown’s story during the Civil War period.
• Free State of Jones - Based on a true story about a Southern farmer who leads a rebellion against the Confederacy.
• The Killer Angels - Focuses on the Battle of Gettysburg and includes several perspectives.
• Dances with Wolves - Although not about the Civil War, it shares themes of conflict and cultural understanding.
• Silverado - A western that includes themes of good versus evil, reminiscent of war narratives.
• The Last Confederate: The Story of Robert Adams - Tells a personal story set against the backdrop of the Civil War.
• Gangs of New York - Explores themes of conflict during a politically charged era in American history.
• Metropolitan - Though different in setting, features the struggles and conflicts in society.
• Glory - The story of the first African-American regiment in the Civil War.
• War and Peace - Explores themes of war, class, and personal struggles through historical context.
• 12 Years a Slave - Focuses on the social issues and personal stories related to slavery and historical events.
• Ridin' the Rails - Explores life during the railroad expansion and conflicts that arose.
• The Outlaw Josey Wales - A story of revenge and identity set in a conflicted historical period.
• The Last of the Mohicans - Set in a different war, it emphasizes personal stories in the midst of conflict.
• A House Divided - Addresses family divisions during the Civil War.
• Phantom of the Opera - Deals with themes of love and conflict in a historical context.
• The Homecoming - Explores family dynamics and conflict, resonating with the struggles in The Blue and the Gray.
• Little Women - Focuses on family and personal stories during the American Civil War period.
• The Alamo - Historical conflict narrative with a focus on personal stories.
• The Patriot - A story of resistance during a conflict, also focusing on family values.
• The Conspirator - Centers around the plot after Lincoln's assassination, depicting historical themes.
• American Odyssey - A modern narrative around conflict and personal battles.
• Ragtime - Explores early 20th-century conflict and its social implications.
• The Brothers War - Focuses on the impact of war on personal relationships.
• Salem - Explores themes of conflict and societal issues in a historical context.
• The Path - Focuses on conflict in personal and religious beliefs.
• The Goldfinch - Although set in a different time, explores personal trauma amidst historical events.
• The Knick - Focuses on social issues during early 20th century, somewhat paralleling Civil War themes.
• The Underground Railroad - Explores the themes of freedom and conflict in American history.
• Roots - Explores family history and the impact of slavery, similar to themes in The Blue and the Gray.
• The Amazing Mrs. Maisel - Though modern, explores conflict in identity with a historical backdrop.
• Turn: Washington's Spies - Focuses on personal narratives during a time of American conflict.
• The Devil's Brigade - A war film highlighting personal conflicts amidst a larger narrative.