Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
James Stewart, Jean Arthur, Claude Rains
A naive youth leader is appointed to fill a vacancy in the U.S. Senate. His idealistic plans promptly collide with corruption at home and subterfuge from his hero in Washington, but he tries to forge ahead despite attacks on his c...
Why you'll love it
The film tells the story of a naive man who is appointed to fill a vacancy in the US Senate, highlighting the challenges faced by political outsiders.
All the King's Men
Broderick Crawford, John Ireland, Joanne Dru
The rise and fall of a corrupt politician, who makes his friends richer and retains power by dint of a populist appeal.
Why you'll love it
The movie is about a charismatic and idealistic man who rises to become a governor but becomes corrupted by power.
Lincoln
Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Strathairn
As the Civil War rages on, U.S President Abraham Lincoln struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on his decision to emancipate the slaves.
Why you'll love it
The film showcases the political maneuvering required to pass the 13th amendment, providing insight into political leadership.
The Ides of March
Paul Giamatti, George Clooney, Philip Seymour Hoffman
An idealistic staffer for a new presidential candidate gets a crash course on dirty politics during his stint on the campaign trail.
Why you'll love it
The movie provides a look into the dirty politics and the lengths candidates go to secure their position.
The Candidate
Robert Redford, Peter Boyle, Melvyn Douglas
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
Why you'll love it
The film provides a satirical look at the machinations behind political campaigns.