Top 60 Crime Thriller Comedies and Dramas from 2001 You Need to See
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The Cat's MeowMovie · 2001 · 114m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerBased on a true story, the film recounts the Hollywood murder that took place during a lavish party aboard William Randolph Hearst's yacht in 1924, attended by many of the era’s biggest stars.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8
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Sexy BeastMovie · 2001 · 89m · Crime, Thriller, DramaGal Dove, a former safecracker, is enjoying a peaceful retirement in Spain with his wife. His quiet life is disrupted when his old rival, Don Logan, arrives and tries to convince Gal to take one final job in London.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
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Read My LipsMovie · 2001 · 115m · Crime, Drama, RomanceShe is nearly deaf and relies on lip-reading. He is a former convict. She wants to offer him assistance. He believes he is the only one who can help himself.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
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Double WhammyMovie · 2001 · 93m · Comedy, Crime, DramaRay Pluto is struggling with a lot. He's the subject of ridicule in the newspapers, labeled the "loser cop." His partner is developing an unusual interest in him. Writers next door constantly interrupt him for assistance. The building superintendent is murdered by thugs hired by Ray's own daughter. And to make matters worse, a persistent chiropractor threatens to derail Ray's life.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4
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AntitrustMovie · 2001 · 108m · Action, Crime, DramaA computer programmer lands his dream job at a trendy Portland tech company, but his excitement turns to dread when he uncovers a dark secret about his boss. The boss employs ruthless methods to avoid antitrust issues.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0
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One Night at McCool'sMovie · 2001 · 93m · Comedy, CrimeIn a quiet part of town, a beautiful young woman named Jewel enters a bar and strikes up a conversation with the bartender, Randy. They leave together, but Randy is soon involved in a fight with Jewel's dangerous boyfriend, whom she then fatally shoots. She convinces Randy to take the blame. However, things become complicated when both Randy’s cousin Carl and the detective investigating the murder are captivated by Jewel. It appears Jewel uses her allure to manipulate the men around her, creating chaos. But her luck may run out when Randy hires a hitman.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
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The 51st StateMovie · 2001 · 93m · Thriller, Action, ComedyA brilliant American chemist aims for a huge payday with a unique drug deal. But things quickly go wrong, and he finds himself caught in a complicated situation of lies.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1
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Murder on a Sunday MorningMovie · 2001 · 111m · Crime, DocumentaryThis 2001 French documentary chronicles the murder trial of a 15-year-old Black teen in Jacksonville, Florida. The film won the 2002 Academy Award for Best Documentary.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.4
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HeistMovie · 2001 · 107m · Action, Crime, DramaJoe Moore is a skilled thief who enjoys his work. His life takes a turn when he's captured on security footage. His contact, Bergman, refuses to pay him what he's promised, and Moore suspects his wife is having an affair with Bergman's assistant. Now broke, betrayed, and facing blackmail, Moore and his partners, Bobby Blane and Pinky Pincus, are pressured into one final, high-stakes heist.Stream on - 10
Fulltime KillerMovie · 2001 · 102m · Action, Crime, DramaO is a professional assassin living a solitary life. His routine is disrupted when he meets Chin, who is hired to clean his apartment. Soon after, Tok arrives, determined to expose O's identity and take over O's position as the top assassin.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8
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The Curse of the Jade ScorpionMovie · 2001 · 103m · Comedy, Crime, RomanceCW Briggs is a seasoned insurance investigator with a strong track record. Betty Ann Fitzgerald is a new hire tasked with restructuring his office. They have an immediate dislike for each other – or so they believe. While out with colleagues one evening, they attend a performance by Voltan, a magician who subtly hypnotizes them both.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
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The HoleMovie · 2001 · 102m · Crime, Drama, HorrorAt a prestigious British boarding school, four teenagers stumble upon a hidden, sealed underground chamber built years ago as a potential bomb shelter. They secretly investigate its depths.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 13
SistersMovie · 2001 · 83m · Crime, DramaThis film centers on two sisters: Sveta, a thirteen-year-old struggling with poverty and feeling abandoned by her father, who dreams of joining the army as a sniper; and Dina, an indulged eight-year-old cherished by her gangster father.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 14
The Fast and the FuriousMovie · 2001 · 106m · Action, Crime, ThrillerDominic Toretto, a street racer in Los Angeles, is suspected of orchestrating major truck hijackings. An undercover police officer, Brian O'Conner, joins Toretto's unconventional group and develops feelings for Toretto's sister. He is then forced to decide whether to remain loyal to the gang or uphold his duty to the LAPD.Stream on - 15
Super TroopersMovie · 2001 · 100m · Comedy, Crime, MysteryFive Vermont state troopers, feeling stuck in a rut, face losing their jobs unless they can deliver results to the governor. When they accidentally uncover a drug operation, they devise a plan to take it down. However, another police unit is determined to take credit for their success.Stream on - 16
LantanaMovie · 2001 · 121m · Crime, Drama, MysteryFollowing her daughter's murder, Valerie Somers becomes convinced her husband, John, is having an affair. When Valerie vanishes, Detective Leon Zat investigates her disappearance. The case reveals a complicated story of love, infidelity, and lies, involving four connected couples where everyone harbors doubts about their partners.Stream on - 17
15 MinutesMovie · 2001 · 120m · Action, Crime, ThrillerIn New York City, Eastern European criminals Oleg and Emil arrive to collect their portion of a robbery. Oleg begins filming their lives with a video camera, capturing both their legitimate and criminal activities. Intrigued by the power of American media to portray a killer as a victim and achieve wealth, they set their sights on NYPD Homicide Detective Eddie Flemming and FDNY Fire Marshal Jordy Warsaw, the detectives investigating the murder of their former associate and the arson of his building. They film the detectives' investigation, intending to sell the footage to the local tabloid TV show "Top Story."Stream on - 18
VidocqMovie · 2001 · 98m · Fantasy, Action, ThrillerParis, 1830. Renowned detective Vidocq vanishes while pursuing the Alchemist, a killer he's been hunting. His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, resolves to avenge Vidocq’s death and continues the investigation.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 19
MadeMovie · 2001 · 95m · Comedy, CrimeTwo close friends with dreams of becoming professional boxers are drawn into a money-laundering operation by a minor criminal organization.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8
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Who Is Cletis Tout?Movie · 2001 · 92m · Action, Comedy, CrimeThis is a comedy about a professional hitman whose worldview is shaped by films. He's struggling to recover a hidden stash of diamonds, stolen over 20 years ago, but keeps getting caught in situations due to mistaken identities.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7
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The Parole OfficerMovie · 2001 · 93m · Crime, ComedyA struggling parole officer is wrongly accused of murder by a corrupt police chief. To clear his name, he must persuade his former inmates – now trying to live honest lives – to help him find the evidence that can prove his innocence.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8 - 22
Chain of FoolsMovie · 2001 · 96m · Crime, ComedyA dedicated detective is tasked with solving the theft of a valuable collection of coins, which unexpectedly surfaces in the possession of a man contemplating suicide.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8
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GreenfingersMovie · 2001 · 91m · Comedy, Drama, ActionColin Briggs, a prisoner, discovers a passion for gardening. His successful prison garden catches the eye of Georgina Woodhouse, a renowned gardening expert, who offers to sponsor the inmates for an upcoming flower show. At the Hampton Court Flower Show, Colin meets Georgina's daughter, and they begin a romance.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3
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The Deep EndMovie · 2001 · 101m · Mystery, Thriller, CrimeMargaret Hall largely raises her children alone, as her husband Jack is often away for work. Her teenage son is exploring adulthood, and one morning she discovers the body of his gay lover on the beach near their lakeside home. Faced with this crisis, Margaret must grapple with difficult questions: What is the right course of action? How does she protect her child? And where does she draw the line?Stream on - 25
Torrente 2: Mission in MarbellaMovie · 2001 · 99m · Action, Comedy, CrimeIn the second installment of the popular comedy series, Torrente travels from Madrid to Marbella, Spain, to stop a villain's plan to destroy the city with a missile. This action-packed, slapstick comedy achieved record-breaking success at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing film in Spanish cinematic history, surpassing even its predecessor.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 26
High Heels and Low LifesMovie · 2001 · 86m · Action, Crime, ComedyWhile working a night shift, a nurse overhears a colleague's phone call detailing a planned bank robbery. Afterward, the nurse and her friend decide to blackmail the robbers for $2 million.Stream on - 27
Executive ProtectionMovie · 2001 · 112m · Action, Thriller, CrimeFollowing a disruptive previous case, Falk is reassigned to a desk job, a poor fit for his nature. He accepts an offer from an old friend to invest in a private investigation agency. Meanwhile, another friend, Sven, who recently bought a business in Estonia, is targeted by local gangsters demanding protection money. Sven hires Nikolaus Lehmann, a tough private investigator, to handle the situation. However, Lehmann violently eliminates the gangsters and then threatens Sven's family. Desperate, Sven asks Falk for help with Lehmann. Falk agrees but soon discovers Lehmann is more dangerous than he appears. Lehmann kidnaps Falk's wife, Jeanette, and releases her with a time bomb, demanding Falk surrender ownership of the detective agency.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 28
AjnabeeMovie · 2001 · 165m · Action, Crime, DramaRaj and Priya connect with their new neighbors, Vicky and Sonia. Soon, Raj wakes up at Vicky's house and discovers Sonia has been murdered. He's then accused of the crime. Forced to flee, Raj works to clear his name, relying on his wife's unwavering support.Stream on - 29
Scotland, PAMovie · 2001 · 104m · Comedy, CrimeSet in 1970s suburban Pennsylvania, this is a modern take on "Macbeth." Joe McBeth, a low-key employee at a hamburger stand, is pushed toward ambition and power by his manipulative wife.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 5.9
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Spy GameMovie · 2001 · 126m · Action, Crime, ThrillerOn his last day of work, a retired CIA agent discovers his former protégé has been arrested in China. He's scheduled to be executed the following morning in Beijing, and the CIA is contemplating allowing the execution to proceed to avert a major international crisis.Stream on - 31
Training DayMovie · 2001 · 122m · Action, Crime, DramaA new narcotics officer begins his career partnering with a seasoned detective who harbors secrets.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
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Rush Hour 2Movie · 2001 · 90m · Action, Comedy, CrimeOn vacation in Hong Kong, Carter seeks nightlife and romance, while Lee is determined to hunt a Triad leader suspected of killing two people at the American Embassy. Their separate pursuits intertwine when they uncover a counterfeiting operation, plunging them into dangerous fights and perilous situations. A return to the U.S. may reveal answers about a bombing, the counterfeiting ring, and the true loyalties of a captivating customs agent.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
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CrankMovie · 2006 · 88m · Action, Thriller, CrimeChev Chelios, a professional hitman trying to leave his old life behind, fails to complete a job. The following morning, he receives a call revealing he's been poisoned and has just one hour to live. His only chance of survival is to keep his adrenaline pumping while he races to find an antidote.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7
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BlowMovie · 2001 · 124m · Crime, DramaGrowing up in the 1950s, George Jung witnesses his family's financial struggles as his mother criticizes her husband's attempts to provide. Eventually, they face bankruptcy, fueling George's determination to avoid the same fate. In the 1960s, his friend Tuna proposes they start a marijuana smuggling operation. George becomes successful in California, but imprisonment exposes him to the lucrative world of cocaine. Upon release, he leverages this knowledge to build a fortune importing cocaine into America, but soon faces severe consequences.Stream on - 35
All About Lily Chou-ChouMovie · 2001 · 146m · Drama, CrimeThis film follows the difficult adolescence of Yūichi Hasumi and Shūsuke Hoshino, examining the evolving and complicated way they relate to each other. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Yūichi's deep fascination with the ethereal and imaginative music of pop icon Lily Chou-Chou.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
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SwordfishMovie · 2001 · 99m · Action, Crime, ThrillerFormer special operative Gabriel Shear plans to steal $9 billion from a hidden DEA fund. His goal is to use the money to combat terrorism, but he needs an expert to bypass the government’s security systems. He finds that expert in Stanley Jobson, a talented but unreliable encryption specialist who can access any computer network.Stream on - 37
What's the Worst That Could Happen?Movie · 2001 · 94m · Action, Comedy, CrimeThief Kevin Caffery tries to rob the wealthy businessman Max Fairbanks. However, Fairbanks catches him and takes a ring that his girlfriend gave him. Caffery is now determined to get revenge and retrieve the ring, enlisting the help of his associates.Stream on - 38
Exit WoundsMovie · 2001 · 101m · Action, Crime, ThrillerPolice officer Orin Boyd is known for successfully taking down criminals, but his unconventional methods often cause trouble. He's transferred to Detroit's most challenging precinct after one such incident. There, he uncovers a secret drug operation run by fellow detectives. Boyd teams up with Latrell Walker, a local gangster, to expose the corrupt cops and dismantle their ring.Stream on - 39
The PledgeMovie · 2001 · 124m · Crime, Drama, MysteryOn the verge of retirement, a police chief makes a promise to a woman: he will help her find out who killed her daughter.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
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Ichi the KillerMovie · 2001 · 129m · Action, Crime, HorrorYakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss and encounters Ichi, a deeply repressed and dangerously disturbed killer. Ichi possesses a capacity for inflicting pain that intrigues Kakihara, offering a path to the brutal satisfaction he craves.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0
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The ScoreMovie · 2001 · 124m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA seasoned thief dreams of a peaceful retirement funded by past crimes, but a young person persuades him to pull one final job.Stream on - 42
InsomniaMovie · 2002 · 118m · Thriller, Crime, DramaIn a town where daylight never fades, two Los Angeles homicide detectives travel to investigate the calculated killing of a young local.Stream on - 43
Saving SilvermanMovie · 2001 · 90m · Comedy, Crime, RomanceTwo friends plot to stop their best friend from marrying a beautiful but ruthless woman who steals him away and ends their band's performances of Neil Diamond songs.Stream on - 44
Knockaround GuysMovie · 2001 · 92m · Crime, ThrillerFour sons of prominent New York gangsters are sent to a remote Montana town. Their mission: to recover a bag of money held by a corrupt local sheriff who controls the community.Stream on - 45
Ocean's ElevenMovie · 2001 · 116m · Thriller, CrimeBarely 24 hours after being released on parole, charming thief Danny Ocean begins planning his next big heist: a one-night operation to steal over $150 million from three Las Vegas casinos. However, Danny jeopardizes his potential reconciliation with his ex-wife, Tess, in pursuit of the money.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5
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The MexicanMovie · 2001 · 123m · Action, Comedy, CrimeJerry Welbach, a man who doesn't want to be involved in organized crime, faces a difficult choice. His mob boss orders him to travel to Mexico and retrieve a valuable antique pistol called "the Mexican," or face severe repercussions. At the same time, his girlfriend Samantha demands he leave the mob behind. Realizing that facing the consequences with Samantha is preferable to the alternative, Jerry agrees to go to Mexico.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
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BullyMovie · 2001 · 113m · Crime, DramaIn South Florida, a group of teenagers plot to kill Kent, their longtime tormentor. He has inflicted years of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse upon them.Stream on - 48
3000 Miles to GracelandMovie · 2001 · 125m · Action, Adventure, ComedyThomas Murphy planned a heist: robbing the Riviera Casino's counting room during an Elvis impersonator convention. But instead of sharing the money, he kept it all and shot his partners, including Michael Zane, who had just been released from prison. With $3.2 million gone and the Marshals Service closing in, Michael must find Murphy.Stream on - 49
Baby BoyMovie · 2001 · 130m · Crime, Drama, RomanceJody, a 20-year-old African-American man, is unwillingly confronted with the responsibilities of adulthood. Streetwise and without a job, he's already fathered two children, Yvette and Peanut, by different women, and still lives with his mother. He struggles to find stability or purpose in his complicated life.Stream on - 50
FriendMovie · 2001 · 118m · Action, Drama, CrimeFour friends from diverse families spent their formative years together during the challenging 1970s. However, as they mature, they each pursue distinct paths in life.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
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YamakasiMovie · 2001 · 90m · Action, Crime, DramaYamakasi - The Modern-Day Samurai, a 2001 French film by Luc Besson, showcases the abilities of the Yamakasi, a group of traceurs who fight against injustice in the Paris ghetto. They use parkour to rob the wealthy to cover medical expenses for a child who was injured while imitating their movements.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 52
L.I.E.Movie · 2001 · 97m · Drama, CrimeHowie feels lost in his New York suburb after his mother's death and his father's long work hours. He and his friend Gary commit burglaries until they target the home of Big John, a tough ex-Marine with a hidden darkness. Big John makes an unwanted advance on Howie, who rejects him. Despite this, an unexpected and perilous friendship forms between the two men.Stream on - 53
Birthday GirlMovie · 2001 · 93m · Comedy, Crime, ThrillerJohn, a reserved banker, has struggled to find love. Deciding to pursue a relationship, he connects with Nadia, a Russian woman he finds through an online mail-order service. John develops feelings for Nadia, but his life is complicated when she unexpectedly brings her boisterous cousins to visit, revealing a side of Nadia that challenges John's expectations.Stream on - 54
The Man Who Wasn't ThereMovie · 2001 · 116m · Crime, DramaIn the summer of 1949, Ed Crane, a barber in a quiet California town, feels trapped. His dissatisfaction intensifies with his wife Doris' affair and the arrival of a strange opportunity that promises a way out. The story unfolds as a narrative of murder, crime, and the consequences that follow.Stream on - 55
HeartbreakersMovie · 2001 · 123m · Comedy, Romance, CrimeMax and Page are a highly skilled mother-daughter duo who run a sophisticated con. Their scheme involves marrying wealthy men, with Max as the target. Page then seduces these men, and Max discovers her husband's infidelity. The result is a quick settlement and a move on to their next target.Stream on - 56
Sugar & SpiceMovie · 2001 · 81m · Crime, Comedy, DramaWhen Jack and Diane unexpectedly face an adult problem, their friends, the A-Squad, step in to help Diane. To assist their friend, the A-Squad undertakes an unusual after-school project: a bank robbery. They approach the situation with their own unique style – a blend of sweetness and strength – which profoundly alters their friendship, their future, and how the country views teenage spirit.Stream on - 57
Domestic DisturbanceMovie · 2001 · 89m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryFrank Morrison is a divorced father to 12-year-old Danny. Danny now lives with his mother Susan and her new husband, Rick Barnes. Danny, known for dishonesty, claims his stepfather committed a murder. At first, no one takes him seriously, but Frank becomes convinced of Danny's story and is the only one who believes him. Now, Frank must protect Danny from the stepfather he fears.Stream on - 58
See Spot RunMovie · 2001 · 94m · Family, Comedy, ActionAn FBI agent's drug-sniffing dog becomes a target, prompting the FBI to move the agent to witness protection. Separately, a single mother asks her unreliable mailman neighbor, Gordon, to watch her six-year-old son, James, when the babysitter cancels. Simultaneously, an assassin mob boss orders his men to kill Agent 11. However, Agent 11 escapes the assassination attempt and hides in Gordon's mail truck, where James is also present. They end up calling him Spot.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 6.0
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NovocaineMovie · 2001 · 95m · Comedy, Crime, ThrillerA dentist becomes a murder suspect when a seductive patient manipulates him into prescribing medication to her.Stream on
