Movies like Bob Roberts

Wag the Dog is a brilliant satire that showcases the alarming ease with which politics and media can manipulate public opinion. Its clever depiction of a spin doctor and a Hollywood producer who fabricate a war to distract from a presidential scandal will resonate with fans of the political and media critique in Bob Roberts.

Election is a high school-set dark comedy that serves as a microcosm for political themes, featuring Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon. Its satirical take on ambition and ethics in a school election will entertain those who like the mocking tone towards political figures and the electoral system portrayed in Bob Roberts.

This fictional account of a presidential campaign is a thinly-veiled satire of Bill Clinton’s first presidential run. With its focus on the darker and more absurd aspects of political life, Primary Colors is a great recommendation for those who enjoy the combination of political intrigue and dark comedy as in Bob Roberts.

Although a British film, In the Loop's sharp and cynical take on the political process and international relations earns it a place on this list. The film's humor and pointed criticism of governmental bureaucracy and media will strike a chord with those who appreciate the satire on political corruption in Bob Roberts.

Bulworth's take on political satire centers around a disillusioned politician who, after hiring a hit on himself, starts speaking uncomfortable truths. This darkly comedic twist on political campaign drama packs the same punch for audiences who appreciate the edgy, socio-political humor found in Bob Roberts.

Man of the Year stars Robin Williams as a comedian who runs for president, offering a unique blend of comedy and political drama. It explores themes of media's role in politics and the nature of political leadership in a way that will appeal to fans of Bob Roberts' similar themes.

Citizen Ruth is a satire about the abortion debate, where a pregnant drug addict becomes the center of media and political frenzy. Its irreverent and audacious approach to a sensitive topic, along with its take on manipulation by political groups, would draw in those who enjoyed the dark, satirical undercurrents of Bob Roberts.