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58 Must-See Crime Films from Around the Globe in 2006

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  1. 1Jar CityMovie · 2006 · 93m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeWhen a murder occurs, a jaded police detective and his team uncover a dark path of hidden secrets and local corruption within the close-knit community.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.9
  2. 2HollywoodlandMovie · 2006 · 126m · Crime, Drama, MysteryAfter Hollywood icon George Reeves dies at home, private investigator Louis Simo is hired to find out what happened. He uncovers a complicated situation filled with deception, centering on the wife of a powerful studio executive. Based on a true story.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1
  3. 3ExiledMovie · 2006 · 108m · Action, Crime, ThrillerAn ex-gangster finds himself caught between two factions: one determined to protect him, the other tasked with his assassination. A complex friendship develops amidst this dangerous conflict.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
  4. 4Find Me GuiltyMovie · 2006 · 125m · Comedy, Crime, DramaThis is the true story of Jack DiNorscio, a mobster who chose to represent himself in court, resulting in a trial that became the longest in U.S. mafia history.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  5. 513: Game of DeathMovie · 2006 · 114m · Horror, Thriller, CrimeFaced with job loss, the loss of his car, and financial ruin, Phuchit is given a desperate chance. An anonymous caller offers him 100 million Baht if he completes 13 tasks within a set timeframe. He must race against the clock to fulfill the demands.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  6. 6Brother 2Movie · 2000 · 122m · Action, Crime, DramaIn Moscow, Chechen War veteran Danila reconnects with Konstantin, an old friend. Konstantin reveals that Danila's twin brother was pressured into a bad deal with an American ice hockey team. Shortly after this conversation, Danila finds Konstantin murdered, and he embarks on a quest for revenge. This journey takes him to Chicago, where he encounters a completely unfamiliar world.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2
  7. 7Capturing the FriedmansMovie · 2003 · 107m · Documentary, CrimeThis Oscar-nominated documentary examines the devastating story of a middle-class American family fractured by accusations of child sexual abuse against the father, Arnold, and son, Jesse. Director Jarecki interviews individuals connected to the case, exploring the question of whether their trials were just, given their claims of innocence and the lack of concrete evidence.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1
  8. 8Deliver Us from EvilMovie · 2006 · 101m · Crime, DocumentaryDocumentary filmmaker Amy Berg examines the life of Father Oliver O'Grady, a 30-year-old pedophile. The film reveals the corruption within the Catholic Church that enabled his abuse of numerous children. Through victims' accounts and a revealing interview with O'Grady himself, the documentary explores the troubled mind of the priest who gained the trust of many while secretly betraying them by moving from parish to parish.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.1
  9. 9Cocaine CowboysMovie · 2006 · 118m · DocumentaryDuring the 1980s, powerful Colombian drug lords brought a new level of violence to Miami, reminiscent of Chicago during Prohibition, and transformed the city. "Cocaine Cowboys" recounts the true story of Miami's rise to become the nation's center for drug trafficking, murder, and money, as revealed by those directly involved.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3
  10. 10BubbleMovie · 2006 · 73m · Drama, Crime, MysteryIn a fading Midwestern town, a murder draws the attention of three employees at a doll factory.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
  11. 11The City of ViolenceMovie · 2006 · 92m · Action, Thriller, CrimeDetective Tae-su, who battles organized crime, goes back to his hometown for the funeral of his high school friend Wang-jae. He reunites with old friends Pil-ho, Dong-hwan, and Seok-hwan, and they share memories. Tae-su becomes suspicious about Wang-jae's death and begins investigating, with Seok-hwan joining him. Their separate investigations eventually focus on a land development project Pil-ho is leading.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  12. 12Tazza: The High RollersMovie · 2006 · 139m · Crime, ComedyGo-ni desperately seeks to become Pyung Gyung-jang's student, vowing to quit gambling once he recovers his lost fortune. However, human desires prove insatiable.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  13. 13OmkaraMovie · 2006 · 155m · Crime, DramaOmkara Shukla, a mixed-race outlaw, kidnaps Dolly Mishra from her family. He successfully evades capture. But a conspiracy begins to brew when Omkara refuses to promote his trusted lieutenant, Langda Tyagi. This plot endangers Omkara's relationship with Dolly, as well as the lives of those close to them.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 6.9
  14. 14Trailer Park Boys: The MovieMovie · 2006 · 95m · Comedy, CrimeAfter serving 18 months for an ATM robbery, two young men plan one last heist. They aim to steal a large quantity of coins, believing the money will be untraceable, and with it, they intend to leave their criminal lives behind.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5
  15. 15Out of the BlueMovie · 2006 · 103m · Drama, CrimeIn November 1990, a lone gunman attacked the small New Zealand town of Aramoana with a semi-automatic rifle. For 24 hours, the town's residents were trapped, terrified as local police desperately searched for the gunman and tried to rescue those who survived. The attack revealed unexpected courage among ordinary people. Based on true events.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5
  16. 16Dhoom 2Movie · 2006 · 151m · Drama, Action, ThrillerJai and Ali are back, tracking an international thief who specializes in stealing valuable artifacts. The thief has set his sights on Mumbai as his next target.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  17. 17Death of a PresidentMovie · 2006 · 97m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerThis fictional investigative documentary revisits the alleged "assassination" of George W. Bush, exploring the question of who was responsible. The film examines how a nation grapples with assigning blame during a period of crisis, rather than analyzing Bush's policies. Presented with a distance from the events, the documentary offers a detached look at the process of collective accountability.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6
  18. 18IdlewildMovie · 2006 · 121m · Crime, Drama, MusicPercival, a quiet piano player, and Rooster, his outgoing manager and main performer, fight to protect their Prohibition-era South speakeasy from rival gangsters seeking to seize control.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.6
  19. 19Alone With HerMovie · 2006 · 78m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThis is a disturbing story about a troubled young man who becomes fixated on a woman. Doug is immediately captivated by Amy and begins to obsessively monitor her life, eventually installing hidden cameras in her home. His fascination escalates beyond mere observation.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6
  20. 20One WayMovie · 2006 · 116m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerA successful advertising executive, seeking to conceal his affairs and secure his impending marriage, provides a fabricated alibi for a man accused of rape. He then becomes the target of the victim's violent retribution.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5
  21. 21JindabyneMovie · 2006 · 123m · Crime, Drama, MysteryIn the Australian town of Jindabyne, a local man named Stuart Kane is fishing with friends when they find the body of a murdered girl.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.5
  22. 22London to BrightonMovie · 2006 · 85m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerAt 3:07 AM, two women rush into a dilapidated London restroom. Joanne is distraught and her clothes are torn. Kelly has visible bruises and swelling. Duncan Allen is in his bathroom, dying from a severe bleeding wound. His son discovers him and demands to know what happened. Meanwhile, Derek, Kelly's pimp, must locate her quickly or face dire consequences.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3
  23. 23Malamaal WeeklyMovie · 2006 · 138m · Comedy, CrimeFollowing the death of a lottery winner from the shock of his fortune, Lilaram devises a scheme to claim the prize for himself. However, he soon discovers that other villagers are also vying for the money.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.3
  24. 24Bummer 2Movie · 2006 · 115m · Crime, DramaYears after the events of *Bummer*, Kostyan "Kot" is trying to start a quiet life, but can he truly escape his past? Having lost everything – his friends, his love, and nearly his life – he questions whether Russia has changed enough for him to find peace. Can he truly leave behind the world of organized crime that has haunted him?IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9
  25. 25LongfordMovie · 2006 · 88m · Crime, Drama, TV MovieThis film explores the life of Lord Longford, a dedicated British activist whose often-controversial views frequently sparked heated political arguments and strained personal relationships.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.5
  26. 26GangsterMovie · 2006 · 120m · Romance, Crime, DramaA woman struggling with alcoholism is deeply troubled by the return of her former lover, a dangerous gangster. His reappearance forces her to confront difficult memories and make a difficult choice between him and a kind singer who has offered her solace.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  27. 27PokiriMovie · 2006 · 163m · Action, Thriller, CrimePandu is a highly sought-after assassin, taking jobs only if the price is right. The police want to question him, and the criminal underworld wants him to eliminate rivals. His past is a mystery; only Pandu knows his true identity, and he keeps it hidden.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.3
  28. 28The Free WillMovie · 2006 · 163m · Crime, DramaAfter nine years in psychiatric custody for brutally assaulting and raping three women, Theo is released into a supervised community. He forms a connection with his social worker, Sascha, finds employment at a print shop, and even begins a relationship with Nettie, his principal's emotionally fragile daughter. However, beneath this seemingly stable life, Theo’s simmering rage remains a constant threat.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9
  29. 29PudhupettaiMovie · 2006 · 179m · Action, Drama, Crime'Kokki' Kumar, a carefree teenager from a Chennai slum, leaves home after his mother dies. He's soon recruited by a local gang and rapidly becomes the ruthless right-hand man of a corrupt politician.IMDb 8.4TMDB 7.5
  30. 30Running ScaredMovie · 2006 · 122m · Action, Crime, DramaA small-time criminal is tasked by his boss with getting rid of a weapon used to kill corrupt police officers. However, the situation quickly escalates when the gun is stolen by someone else.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  31. 31Saw IIIMovie · 2006 · 108m · Horror, Thriller, CrimeJigsaw has vanished. He disappeared along with his new apprentice, Amanda, leaving behind a trail of elaborate, deadly games that have terrorized a city and stumped law enforcement. As detectives search for him, Dr. Lynn Denlon and Jeff Reinhart are unknowingly about to become his next targets.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4
  32. 32Inside ManMovie · 2006 · 129m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA heavily armed, masked gang storms a Manhattan bank, locking the doors and taking hostages. The detective assigned to resolve the situation is struggling with corruption charges he's currently facing.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4
  33. 33Gridiron GangMovie · 2006 · 125m · Crime, DramaAt a juvenile detention center, a group of teenagers find a boost in confidence through playing football, guided by their counselor. This is based on a true story.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0
  34. 34Batman: Gotham KnightMovie · 2008 · 76m · Science Fiction, Action, CrimeThe film explores young Bruce Wayne's formative experiences as Batman, showing how key events shaped his journey to becoming Gotham City's dark protector. Six connected stories detail his early battles and the choices he made on the path to vengeance.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7
  35. 35Like MindsMovie · 2006 · 110m · Thriller, Mystery, HorrorA forensic psychologist is tasked with evaluating whether a child should be held criminally responsible for a murder.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3
  36. 36Tell No OneMovie · 2006 · 131m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA man receives a strange email that seems to be from his wife, who died years ago. Desperate to confirm if she's alive, he uncovers evidence that suggests he may have been involved in her murder.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  37. 37Step UpMovie · 2006 · 104m · Music, Drama, RomanceTyler Gage, a troubled youth, unexpectedly gets a chance at a better life when he vandalizes a performing arts school. As a result, he's offered a scholarship and the opportunity to train with Nora, a promising young dancer.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.9
  38. 38Miami ViceMovie · 2006 · 132m · Action, Crime, ThrillerUndercover detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs investigate a South Florida case involving drug lords and murder, which becomes deeply personal. Crockett develops a romantic relationship with the Chinese-Cuban wife of an arms and drug trafficker, while Tubbs confronts a threat to those he cares about.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0
  39. 39Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State SocietyMovie · 2007 · 105m · Animation, Action, ThrillerSet in 2034, two years after the events of Ghost in the Shell: S.A.C. 2nd GIG, the story follows Major Motoko Kusanagi. She has departed from Public Security Section 9, an elite counter-terrorism and crime-fighting unit focused on cyber warfare. The team, now consisting of 20 field operatives, is led by Togusa.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
  40. 4016 BlocksMovie · 2006 · 105m · Action, Adventure, CrimeA seasoned police officer is tasked with the routine job of transporting a talkative witness from police custody to court. However, their journey becomes a dangerous ordeal as various groups attempt to stop them from reaching their destination.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
  41. 41The Dead GirlMovie · 2006 · 85m · Mystery, Drama, CrimeAs a young woman's death is investigated, the lives of several women who appear to have no connection start to overlap.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0
  42. 42Smokin' AcesMovie · 2006 · 109m · Action, Comedy, CrimeBuddy Israel, a former Las Vegas entertainer who became an informant for the authorities, chooses to testify against the mob. Suddenly, numerous individuals are determined to silence him permanently.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5
  43. 43Bon Cop Bad CopMovie · 2006 · 116m · Action, Comedy, CrimeThe body of hockey executive Benoit Brisset is discovered on the Quebec-Ontario border, leading to a joint investigation by police forces from both provinces. Detectives David Bouchard from Montreal and Martin Ward from Toronto are assigned to the case, despite their vastly different approaches and personalities.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5
  44. 44The SentinelMovie · 2006 · 108m · Action, Thriller, CrimeA seasoned Secret Service agent, Pete Garrison, investigates the murder of a colleague. He is then framed as a traitor after a blackmailer uses a secret Garrison is hiding to orchestrate an assassination attempt on the President. Disgraced and on the run from federal investigators, Garrison must clear his name and protect the President.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
  45. 45Undisputed II: Last Man StandingMovie · 2006 · 93m · Action, Crime, ThrillerWorld heavyweight champion George "Iceman" Chambers is imprisoned in Russia on false drug charges. To earn his freedom, he must fight the prison's undefeated fighting champion, Uri Boyka, in a deadly contest. This time, Chambers isn't fighting for a championship; he's fighting for survival.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4
  46. 46InfamousMovie · 2006 · 110m · Drama, CrimeTruman Capote, researching his book *In Cold Blood*, forms a close bond with convicted murderers Dick Hickock and Perry Smith.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  47. 47OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of SpiesMovie · 2006 · 99m · Crime, Action, AdventureIn 1955, French secret agent Hubert Bonisseur de La Bath, also known as OSS 117, travels to Cairo to find his missing friend and colleague, Jack Jefferson. His search quickly leads him into a complex world of international espionage.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2
  48. 48Alpha DogMovie · 2006 · 122m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerJohnny Truelove cultivates a tough image, shaped by his upbringing as the son of an underworld figure and a drug dealer. He readily resorts to aggression when challenged. When Jake Mazursky defaults on a debt, the repercussions escalate. Johnny and his associates kidnap Jake's 15-year-old brother, taking him hostage.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6
  49. 49United 93Movie · 2006 · 111m · Drama, History, ThrillerThis film recounts the events of United Flight 93 on September 11th, 2001. The plane was hijacked by terrorists and crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania after passengers fought back, preventing the hijackers from reaching their intended target. The story unfolds in real-time, documenting the unfolding crisis.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1
  50. 50Lonely HeartsMovie · 2006 · 108m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeDuring the late 1940s, a couple dubbed "The Lonely Hearts Killers" commits nearly twelve murders. Two detectives pursue the pair, who use newspaper personal ads to find their victims.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0
  51. 51UnknownMovie · 2006 · 85m · Mystery, ThrillerFive men awaken in a locked-down warehouse, with no recollection of their identities. They must determine who can be trusted and who poses a threat to survive.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
  52. 52Jesse Stone: Death in ParadiseMovie · 2006 · 87m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerDetective Jesse Stone investigates the murder of a teenage girl whose body is discovered in a local lake. The case leads him into conflict with the Boston mob and the privileged life of a successful author who takes advantage of vulnerable young people.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  53. 53A Guide to Recognizing Your SaintsMovie · 2006 · 104m · Crime, DramaSuccessful author Dito Montiel gets a call from his mother, who asks him to come home and see his father, who is unwell. Dito remembers his childhood in a rough neighborhood in Queens, New York, and his friends: Antonio, Giuseppe, Nerf, and Mike.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5
  54. 54Big NothingMovie · 2006 · 86m · Action, Comedy, CrimeFeeling lost after losing his teaching job, a disheartened man teams up with a con artist and his partner to carry out a blackmail plot.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  55. 5510th & WolfMovie · 2006 · 107m · Action, Crime, DramaAfter serving in the military, a former street fighter returns to his neighborhood in Philadelphia. He soon finds himself drawn back into conflict with the mob boss who orchestrated his military enlistment.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
  56. 56The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo DriftMovie · 2006 · 104m · Action, Crime, DramaTo avoid going to jail, Sean Boswell travels to Tokyo to live with his father, who is in the military. He ends up in a poor part of the city and becomes involved in the illegal world of street racing.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.5
  57. 57A Dirty CarnivalMovie · 2006 · 141m · Crime, Drama, ActionA low-level debt collector for a local triad gang struggles with a conflict between his desire for a life of crime and his loyalty to his family.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  58. 58Election 2Movie · 2006 · 92m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerWith the election approaching, the current Triad leader, Lok, faces challenges from his own proteges. Meanwhile, Jimmy is pursuing opportunities to expand his business ties with mainland China.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4