Movies like The Russia House

The Good Shepherd provides a deep dive into the creation of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the life of one of its founding officers. Like The Russia House, it offers a cerebral look at espionage, personal sacrifice, and moral questions that arise in the world of spies.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is an espionage thriller that plunges into the heart of British Secret Intelligence Service, much like The Russia House does with the world of Russian and American espionage. Fans of The Russia House will appreciate the complex plot, period setting, and the blend of suspense and intrigue.

Clear and Present Danger is a political thriller featuring the character Jack Ryan, a CIA analyst thrown into the field. It shares with The Russia House a focus on intricate espionage, ethical conflicts, and the precarious dance between politics and intelligence operations.

Body of Lies follows a CIA operative working in the Middle East to capture a terrorist leader. Like The Russia House, it explores the complexities of intelligence work and the personal costs of duplicity and trust in a high-stakes environment.

Adapted from another John le Carré novel, The Tailor of Panama offers a tale of deception and betrayal involving a British spy in Panama. With its le Carré pedigree and the exploration of the shadowy world of espionage, this movie mirrors many themes found in The Russia House.