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.