Movies like The Mauritanian

Zero Dark Thirty offers viewers an intense and gritty portrayal of the hunt for Osama bin Laden. Its detailed look at military and CIA operations will resonate with those captivated by the themes of justice and human rights in The Mauritanian.

This courtroom drama features military lawyers who uncover a high-level conspiracy while defending their clients. Fans of The Mauritanian will appreciate the intense legal battles and ethical dilemmas presented in A Few Good Men.

Although The Hurt Locker is more combat-oriented, its intense examination of the psychological toll of war on soldiers and the ethical complexities they face will resonate with viewers drawn to the themes in The Mauritanian.

The Report is a riveting political drama that follows the Senate's investigation into the CIA's use of torture after 9/11. Audiences who appreciate The Mauritanian's deep dive into legal and ethical issues will be engrossed by The Report.

Lions for Lambs intertwines several narratives, including a professor's conversation with a student and a senator's interaction with a journalist, to discuss the consequences of military action. Admirers of The Mauritanian's political discussions will find this film thought-provoking.

This film explores the CIA's extraordinary rendition program through the story of a man who is suspected of terrorism and taken to a secret detention facility. Like The Mauritanian, Rendition scrutinizes the balance between civil liberties and national security.