10 Shows & Movies Like Mistresses (2013)

Description: Focuses on the personal and professional lives of four women in New York City, delving into themes of friendship, love, and infidelity, mirroring the exploration of modern relationships.

Fact: The iconic opening sequence featuring Carrie Bradshaw getting splashed by a bus was shot in one take. The show was based on Candace Bushnell's newspaper column of the same name.

Description: A dramatic exploration of infidelity and its consequences, focusing on the emotional and psychological turmoil of a married woman's affair.

Fact: The film is a loose remake of the 1969 French film 'La Femme Infidèle.' Diane Lane received an Academy Award nomination for her performance.

Description: A drama series centered around the lives of suburban women, filled with secrets, scandals, and complex relationships, much like the intricate personal dynamics explored in the reference.

Fact: The show was initially pitched as a drama but later developed with a darkly comedic tone. It was inspired by the real-life case of Andrea Yates, who drowned her five children.

Description: A true crime drama focusing on a manipulative con artist and the women he ensnares, highlighting themes of deception, trust, and dangerous relationships.

Fact: The series is based on the popular podcast of the same name by the Los Angeles Times. Connie Britton learned to play the mandolin for her role.

Description: A fast-paced political drama centered around a crisis management expert, featuring high-stakes relationships, power struggles, and personal secrets.

Fact: The show was the first network drama in decades to feature an African-American woman as the lead. Creator Shonda Rhimes based the protagonist partly on real-life crisis manager Judy Smith.

Description: A gripping drama about the intertwined lives of women in a wealthy community, exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, and hidden secrets.

Fact: The series was originally planned as a limited series but was renewed for a second season due to its popularity. The soundtrack features many songs by the show's star, Reese Witherspoon's daughter.

Description: A tense drama about the clash between two families, delving into themes of motherhood, privilege, and secrets that unravel relationships.

Fact: The series is based on Celeste Ng's bestselling novel of the same name. Kerry Washington served as both star and executive producer.

Description: A psychological thriller about a wealthy couple whose lives unravel after a violent death, exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and hidden truths.

Fact: The series was filmed in New York City, with many scenes shot on location in prestigious neighborhoods. It was based on the novel 'You Should Have Known' by Jean Hanff Korelitz.

Description: A thrilling drama about a woman seeking vengeance against those who wronged her family, featuring intricate plots, betrayals, and high-stakes emotional drama.

Fact: The show's premise was loosely inspired by Alexandre Dumas' novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo.' The Hamptons setting was actually filmed in North Carolina.

Description: A soapy drama following the lives of maids working for wealthy families, filled with secrets, scandals, and complex interpersonal dynamics.

Fact: The show was created by Marc Cherry, who also created 'Desperate Housewives.' It was initially developed as a spin-off but became its own standalone series.