Movies like A Good Man in Africa

This biographical drama depicts the real-life efforts of a U.S. congressman in the covert dealings of the Afghan war. With a blend of political maneuvering and humor, Charlie Wilson's War strikes a tonal balance that viewers of A Good Man in Africa will find familiar and engaging.

Burn After Reading, a black comedy focused on the mishandling of a disk containing memoirs of a former CIA agent, fits into the same genre-mixing category. Its absurd humor and portrayal of bumbling characters entangled in their own machinations would appeal to those who liked A Good Man in Africa's humorous take on serious situations.

Wag the Dog is a satirical comedy about a spin doctor and a Hollywood producer who fabricate a war to distract from a presidential scandal. Its sharp political satire and biting humor will attract those who enjoyed the similar satirical edge in A Good Man in Africa.

Though more of a thriller, The Constant Gardener shares with A Good Man in Africa the setting of a Westerner in Africa, complexities of local politics, and the moral dilemmas faced by the characters. The film's serious tone and the examination of diplomatic tension will resonate with the same audience.

Set in Africa, The Ghost and the Darkness tells the story of two lions in Tsavo that halt construction of a railway. It echoes the themes of Westerners confronting challenges in Africa and provides the suspense and drama that fans of A Good Man in Africa might appreciate.

Following the campaign of a presidential candidate, Primary Colors dives into the dirty tricks and media manipulation in American politics. Its blend of humor and political drama serves up a concoction that should please someone looking for movies like A Good Man in Africa.

This film delves into the scandalous lives of British aristocrats living in Kenya during World War II. White Mischief's exploration of moral ambiguity and the decadence of ex-patriots in a colonial African setting would be of interest to those who enjoy the political and social themes in A Good Man in Africa.