If you loved
Vice
Film · 2018
If you enjoyed the way Vice dissects the machinery of power, these selections reveal the complicated reality behind American political influence.
Books on the same thread
Decision Points
George W. Bush · Book · 2010
Explores: Decision Making, Leadership, War on Terror.
While Vice offers a cynical cinematic portrait of the Bush-Cheney era, this memoir provides the direct perspective of the president himself on the high-stakes decisions that defined his administration.
A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership
James Comey · Book · 2018
Explores: Leadership, Ethics, Integrity.
Much like the internal power struggles portrayed in Vice, this memoir examines the ethical complexities and institutional friction encountered by those operating at the highest levels of government service.
Decision Points
George W. Bush · Book · 2010
Explores: Crisis Management, Political Decision-Making, Executive Leadership.
If you were fascinated by the executive maneuvering in Vice, this memoir offers a granular look at the weight of leadership and crisis management during the same pivotal historical period.
Becoming
Michelle Obama · Book · 2018
Explores: Race and Identity, Social Mobility, Public Service.
Vice explores the public face of the American presidency through a sharp lens, and this memoir complements that view by detailing the personal journey of an iconic political figure.
Series on the same thread
Veep
Armando Iannucci · Series · 2012
Shares 3 threads with Vice: Bureaucracy, Political Satire, Dark Comedy.
If you appreciated the biting political satire and dark humor of Vice, you will recognize the same chaotic ambition and institutional incompetence driving the antics in this sharp television series.
Podcasts on the same thread
Bag Man
Rachel Maddow, MS NOW · Podcast · 2023
Explores: corruption, political scandal, accountability.
Vice exposes the dark side of political influence, and this investigative podcast mirrors that focus by uncovering the brazen corruption and systemic failures hidden within a past vice presidency.
Pivot
New York Magazine · Podcast · 2026
Explores: corporate accountability, power dynamics, market trends.
The power dynamics that make Vice so compelling are central to this podcast, which applies a critical eye to the intersection of corporate influence, business, and modern political life.
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Common questions
Is Vice based on the real political career of Dick Cheney?
Yes, Vice depicts the political life of Dick Cheney, starting from his time as the CEO of Halliburton Co. through his appointment as the running mate for George W. Bush in the 2000 presidential election and his subsequent use of power.
What political roles did Dick Cheney hold before the events of Vice?
According to the film, Dick Cheney held several significant positions in government prior to becoming vice president. His résumé included serving as the White House chief of staff, the House Minority Whip, and the United States Secretary of Defense.
Does Vice show how Dick Cheney gained his influence in the White House?
Vice explores how Dick Cheney gained influence after George W. Bush won the 2000 election by a narrow margin. The film illustrates how Cheney utilized his position as vice president to actively reshape the country and the world.
Is the focus of Vice primarily on the 2000 presidential election?
The 2000 presidential election serves as a pivotal moment in Vice, as it marks the point where George W. Bush selects Dick Cheney as his running mate. The film then focuses on how Cheney uses the power acquired from that victory to impact global and domestic policy.