Movies like An American Affair

The Good Shepherd portrays the complexities of the early years of the CIA, focusing on a character whose personal life becomes entangled with his secretive work, much like the blend of personal conflict and political intrigue in An American Affair.

The Ice Storm takes viewers into the moral turpitude of 1970s suburban America, offering a critique of family dynamics and societal expectations, mirroring the era-specific and interpersonal intrigue found in An American Affair.

Thirteen Days recounts the tension of the Cuban Missile Crisis from within the White House, aligning with An American Affair’s backdrop of political drama and historic American events.

This 1994 film directed by Robert Redford delves into the scandals of the 1950s television quiz show craze. Its examination of American ethics, deception, and the quest for fame connects with An American Affair’s exploration of personal versus public life.

Set against the backdrop of the 1968 US presidential election, Shampoo is a comedic but poignant critique of society's mores featuring a womanizing hairdresser. It shares thematic elements with An American Affair, touching upon politics, personal relationships, and social satire.

Dick is a comedy that re-imagines the Watergate scandal through the perspective of two teenage girls. Its lighthearted take on historical political events provides a playful counterpoint to the more serious tone of An American Affair.

A Walk on the Moon examines the impact of the 1960s counterculture on an American family, sharing the period setting with An American Affair and focusing on the themes of personal discovery and societal change.