Movies like A Shock to the System

Leonardo DiCaprio's energetic performance in The Wolf of Wall Street delves into the corrupt and hedonistic world of finance, exploring themes of ambition and the dark side of the American Dream. It shares the corporate setting and satirical tone of A Shock to the System.

American Psycho is a sharp satire of corporate culture and yuppie lifestyle, much like A Shock to the System. Christian Bale's portrayal of a Wall Street executive with a homicidal side echoes the dark comedy and psychological thrills that fans of A Shock to the System would appreciate.

Glengarry Glen Ross showcases the desperate and cutthroat world of real estate salesmen. The film's intense dialogue and pressure-cooker atmosphere hook viewers in a way that's reminiscent of the corporate thriller elements in A Shock to the System.

The Firm involves a young lawyer who discovers the dark and dangerous side of his new, prestigious law firm. Like A Shock to the System, this movie captures the intrigue of a professional setting and the spiraling consequences of ambition and ethical choices.

Wall Street, with its iconic character Gordon Gekko, brings to life the cutthroat nature of the business world. Its exploration of greed and moral ambiguity will resonate with viewers who enjoyed the corporate intrigue and ethical dilemmas depicted in A Shock to the System.

Boiler Room delves into the high-stakes environment of an illegal brokerage firm, with young, ambitious brokers struggling to succeed. Its focus on the corrupt side of wealth accumulation and the pressures of success will resonate with viewers who liked A Shock to the System.

The Hudsucker Proxy, a Coen Brothers creation, presents a corporate satire set in a bustling business world. Its comedic approach to a newcomer's meteoric rise in a large company may appeal to fans of the humorous yet dark tone of A Shock to the System.

Swimming with Sharks features a dark take on the mentor-protégé relationship within the film industry. Its themes of power and revenge provide a similar narrative tension found in A Shock to the System, appealing to viewers who relish tales of stark ambition.