If you loved the drama, luxury, and cultural insights of 'Shahs of Sunset' (2012), you're in for a treat! This article highlights 10 similar shows and movies that capture the same blend of opulence, family dynamics, and Persian-American culture. Whether you're a fan of reality TV or scripted dramas, these picks will keep you entertained.

Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007)
Description: This long-running reality series showcases the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family, emphasizing their luxurious lifestyle, family bonds, and frequent conflicts, much like other reality shows centered around wealth and drama.
Fact: The show was instrumental in launching the careers of several family members, including Kim Kardashian, who became a global celebrity.


The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (2010)
Description: This reality TV series focuses on the lavish lifestyles, personal dramas, and social dynamics of affluent women in Beverly Hills, similar to the opulent and drama-filled settings of other reality shows.
Fact: The show was initially intended to be a one-season spin-off of The Real Housewives of Orange County but became a long-running franchise due to its popularity.


Below Deck (2013)
Description: This reality series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the crew working on luxury yachts, combining high-stakes workplace drama with the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy clients they serve.
Fact: The show has spawned multiple spin-offs, including Below Deck Mediterranean and Below Deck Sailing Yacht, due to its success.


Vanderpump Rules (2013)
Description: Centered around the staff of a high-end restaurant in Los Angeles, this show blends workplace dynamics with personal relationships and dramatic confrontations, mirroring the interpersonal conflicts and glamorous settings of other reality series.
Fact: The show was originally conceived as a spin-off of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, focusing on Lisa Vanderpump's restaurant empire.


Married to Medicine (2013)
Description: This reality series explores the lives of women in the medical field or married to doctors, combining professional challenges with personal drama and luxurious lifestyles.
Fact: The show was initially set in Atlanta and has since expanded to other cities, including Los Angeles and Houston.


The Hills (2006)
Description: This reality series follows the lives of young adults navigating careers, relationships, and social scenes in Los Angeles, blending personal drama with a glamorous backdrop.
Fact: The show was a spin-off of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing many subsequent reality series.


Botched (2014)
Description: Centered around plastic surgery gone wrong, this series combines medical drama with personal transformations and the pursuit of perfection, reflecting themes of vanity and self-improvement seen in other reality shows.
Fact: The show features real patients seeking corrective surgery after previous procedures resulted in unexpected or undesirable outcomes.


The Real Housewives of Orange County (2006)
Description: As the first installment in the Real Housewives franchise, this series set the template for showcasing the opulent lives, personal struggles, and social rivalries of wealthy women in a glamorous setting.
Fact: The show was inspired by the scripted series Desperate Housewives and initially focused on five women living in Coto de Caza, California.


Flipping Out (2007)
Description: This reality series follows the life of a high-end interior designer and house flipper, blending professional challenges with personal drama and extravagant lifestyles.
Fact: The show was initially titled Flip This House but was renamed to avoid confusion with another series of the same name.


Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles (2006)
Description: Focusing on the high-stakes world of luxury real estate in Los Angeles, this series highlights the competitive and glamorous lives of real estate agents, similar to other shows that explore wealth and ambition.
Fact: The show has been praised for its authentic portrayal of the real estate market, with some agents becoming celebrities in their own right.
