What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedArrow of God
Chinua Achebe · Book · 1989
If you loved Arrow of God, start with American Gods (Bryan Fuller, 2017) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Arrow of God across media.
What hooked you in Arrow of God was the way deep-seated cultural traditions struggle to survive against encroaching modern forces.
Films on the same thread
Apocalypse Now
Francis Ford Coppola · Film · 1979
Shares a thread with Arrow of God: Colonialism.
Much like the shifting authority in Arrow of God, this film portrays a man setting himself up as a god, exploring the moral decay caused by external intervention.
City of God
Fernando Meirelles · Film · 2002
Explores: Poverty and Violence, Cycle of Crime, Lost Innocence.
If the social friction of Arrow of God resonated with you, you will appreciate this stark look at how systemic violence dismantles the structure of a vulnerable community.
The Godfather
Francis Ford Coppola · Film · 1972
Explores: Power, Family Loyalty, Corruption.
The intense focus on power dynamics and the preservation of legacy seen in Arrow of God finds a direct, gritty parallel in this masterclass on familial corruption.
Out of Africa
Sydney Pollack · Film · 1985
Shares a thread with Arrow of God: Colonialism.
Fans of the cultural displacement depicted in Arrow of God will recognize the complex tension of colonial history and personal identity explored in this lush, historical narrative.
Series on the same thread
American Gods
Bryan Fuller · Series · 2017
Explores: Gods and Mortals, Clash of Civilizations, Modern Mythology.
This series mirrors the clash of civilizations central to Arrow of God, presenting a world where ancient belief systems are forced to reconcile with a changing reality.
Game of Thrones
David Benioff · Series · 2011
Explores: Power Struggles, Moral Ambiguity, War and Politics.
The political maneuvering and crumbling traditions that define Arrow of God are amplified here, as competing houses navigate the dangerous intersection of power and ancient, inevitable change.
Good Omens
Neil Gaiman · Series · 2019
Explores: The Antichrist, End of the World, Unlikely Friendship.
If the theological disputes within Arrow of God intrigued you, you will enjoy this satirical take on how ancient divine entities attempt to maintain relevance in modernity.
Agatha Christie's Poirot
Series · 1989
Explores: solving crimes, upper-class society, eccentric detective.
The meticulous attention to societal norms and intellectual rigor in Arrow of God is echoed in this series, which examines the intersection of tradition and modern detection.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Archers
Podcast
Explores: family life, community, farming.
The deep commitment to portraying rural community life and internal dynamics in Arrow of God finds a contemporary, serialized successor in this enduring drama of human connection.
Old Gods of Appalachia
DeepNerd Media · Podcast · 2026
Just as Arrow of God masterfully anchors its narrative in the weight of ancient tradition, this podcast explores how forgotten, primal forces shape the identity of a mountain community.
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Common questions
What order should I read Arrow of God in?
Arrow of God is the second novel in Chinua Achebe’s African trilogy. You should read Things Fall Apart first to follow the narrative sequence, as Arrow of God precedes the final novel in the trilogy, No Longer at Ease.
Is Arrow of God part of a series?
Yes, Arrow of God is the second book in Chinua Achebe’s masterful African trilogy. It serves as the bridge between the events of Things Fall Apart and the subsequent timeline explored in No Longer at Ease.
Does Arrow of God follow Things Fall Apart?
Yes, Arrow of God is the direct successor to Things Fall Apart within Chinua Achebe’s African trilogy. While Things Fall Apart details the arrival of colonial rule, Arrow of God continues the exploration of this period in African history.
What comes after Arrow of God in the trilogy?
The novel that follows Arrow of God in Chinua Achebe’s African trilogy is No Longer at Ease. These three works are considered essential to African literature and are widely recognized for their significant impact on the literary canon.