Top Crime Thrillers of 2011: Unmissable Mystery Films You Need to See
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Dive into the thrilling world of crime dramas with our handpicked selection of the best crime movies from 2011. These films not only captivated audiences with their gripping plots but also showcased the raw complexity of criminal underworlds, leaving viewers on edge and questioning the limits of morality. Prepare to immerse yourself in a dark web of deception, action-packed sequences, and compelling performances as we unveil our top crime films of 2011.
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No One Killed JessicaMovie · 2011 · 136m · Crime, DramaThis is the true story of Jessica Lall, a model who was fatally shot in a restaurant. The film follows the efforts to find her killer and bring them to justice.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 2
HeadhuntersMovie · 2011 · 100m · Thriller, Crime, ActionA skilled recruiter takes a dangerous gamble to acquire a prized painting belonging to a retired soldier.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 3
The PreyMovie · 2011 · 102m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA prisoner breaks out of jail with one goal: find his old cellmate, a serial killer who plans to frame him for his crimes. A police officer is assigned to hunt down the escaped convict, but he quickly becomes the target of public outrage. As both men are pushed to their limits, the line between hunter and hunted blurs.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 4
RampartMovie · 2011 · 108m · Crime, DramaDave Brown is a seasoned police officer, one of the few who still operates outside the rules. He's trying to balance his demanding job with raising his family, all while battling to stay alive himself.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.4 - 5
The ConspiratorMovie · 2011 · 122m · Crime, Drama, HistoryIn the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination, Mary Surratt becomes the only woman charged as a co-conspirator. Facing widespread public hostility, she must depend on a hesitant lawyer to expose the truth and fight for her survival.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 6
Violet & DaisyMovie · 2011 · 88m · Thriller, Crime, DramaTwo teenage assassins take on a seemingly simple assignment, but their plans are complicated when the target turns out to be someone entirely unforeseen.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 7
The GuardMovie · 2011 · 96m · Action, Comedy, ThrillerA rough-around-the-edges Irish police officer is forced to work with a by-the-book FBI agent to dismantle a global drug operation. The unlikely duo must overcome their contrasting styles and personalities if they hope to stop a ruthless criminal organization.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 8
BullheadMovie · 2011 · 129m · Crime, DramaA young cattle farmer is approached by a dishonest veterinarian with a proposition: a risky deal with a well-known beef trader.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 9
The EntitledMovie · 2011 · 91m · Thriller, CrimeDesperate for a way to save his family, Paul Dynan meticulously plans a crime: kidnapping the children of three wealthy families for a $3 million ransom. During a single night of holding the children hostage, Paul and his accomplices are unaware of the secrets that will emerge between the fathers as they're forced to confront a devastating choice: their children or their fortunes.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 10
The VeteranMovie · 2011 · 98m · Action, Crime, ThrillerAfter serving in Afghanistan, Robert Miller struggles to readjust to civilian life. He lives in a rough neighborhood and works as an undercover surveillance operative. He becomes consumed with dismantling a local gang with suspected links to a terrorist group. Determined to deliver justice himself, Robert’s pursuit leads him down a violent path with tragic results.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 11
Faces in the CrowdMovie · 2011 · 102m · Thriller, CrimeFollowing a brutal attack by a serial killer, Anna now lives with a condition that affects her perception of faces. Each time she looks away, facial features shift and change. As she struggles to navigate this altered reality, the killer returns, closing in on her.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.1 - 12
The Heineken KidnappingMovie · 2011 · 120m · Thriller, Crime, DramaIn November 1983, beer tycoon Alfred Heineken and his driver Ab Doderer are kidnapped. This event became the Netherlands' most notorious kidnapping case.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 13
KitesMovie · 2010 · 123m · Drama, Action, RomanceInjured and fleeing from the law – including police, bounty hunters, and unknown pursuers – a man journeys through the Mexican desert in search of the woman he loves.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.2 - 14
Torrente 4: Lethal crisisMovie · 2011 · 93m · Action, Comedy, CrimeSpanish ex-police officer Torrente, known for his offensive behavior, is about to be imprisoned. He must navigate a darkly ironic situation, finding himself in the same predicament he has caused for countless others, both guilty and innocent.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4 - 15
RepeatersMovie · 2011 · 89m · Drama, Action, CrimeThree twenty-somethings are trapped in a perplexing time loop, forced to relive the same terrifying day repeatedly. This gritty, mind-bending thriller follows their desperate struggle to escape the impossible labyrinth of time.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 16
Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam AxeMovie · 2011 · 90m · Comedy, Crime, MysteryBefore joining Michael and Fiona, Sam Axe was Commander Axe, a U.S. Navy SEAL. *The Fall of Sam Axe* recounts his journey from respected Naval Commander to the enigmatic figure seen on *Burn Notice*. On what proves to be his final military mission, Sam is deployed to the Colombian jungle to investigate reports of a dangerous terrorist group called the "Flaming Sword." His task: to assess if U.S. military assistance is required. However, upon arrival, he discovers a more complex situation than anticipated. The rebels have targeted a remote civilian clinic, and Sam must now protect the doctors and patients from imminent danger. But as he investigates, it becomes clear that the "Flaming Sword" may not be his only concern.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.4 - 17
HimizuMovie · 2011 · 129m · Crime, DramaTwo teenagers escaping difficult home lives find solace in each other, leading them down a path of exploring profound questions about life, hopelessness, and the fragility of people.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 18
Fast FiveMovie · 2011 · 131m · Action, Thriller, CrimeFormer police officer Brian O'Conner teams up with former criminal Dom Toretto, now on opposite sides of the law. After Brian and Mia Toretto helped Dom escape from jail, they've fled across borders to avoid capture. Cornered in Rio de Janeiro, they plan a final heist to secure their freedom.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 19
5 Broken CamerasMovie · 2011 · 90m · War, DocumentaryFive broken cameras hold powerful stories. These cameras, found among the damaged remains of digital technology, reveal the experiences of Emad Burnat, a Palestinian farmer from the village of Bil’in. Bil’in became known for its peaceful resistance against the Israeli army's expansion into the village, which aimed to create space for Jewish colonists. Emad bought his first camera in 2005 to document the birth of his fourth son, Gibreel. The film follows him as he becomes the quiet recorder of a growing conflict: olive trees are destroyed, lives are lost, and a wall is constructed to divide Israeli settlements.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 20
Into the AbyssMovie · 2011 · 105m · Documentary, CrimeWe don't know when or how we will die. Death Row inmates do. Werner Herzog engages in conversations with people serving life sentences, exploring their perspectives on life, death, and the events that led them to prison. He delves into their individual stories and the circumstances of their crimes.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 21
PlayMovie · 2011 · 118m · Drama, CrimeBetween 2006 and 2008, a group of Swedish boys, aged 12 to 14, repeatedly robbed other children in central Gothenburg. They carried out approximately 40 robberies using a carefully planned scheme called the "little brother number," relying on elaborate role-playing and gang-like talk rather than physical force.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 22
False TrailMovie · 2011 · 129m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryInterrogator Erik Backstrom returns to his hometown to investigate a murder, a case complicated by potential involvement from local police, hunters, and even his own family. Tensions rise, particularly between Erik and Torsten, the local police chief who is unsupportive and has already arrested a suspect. As Erik delves into the crime's details, he takes significant risks.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 23
The ConfessionMovie · 2011 · 63m · Crime, DramaThis is a story about a hit man and a priest, exploring themes of redemption and the nature of good and evil.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.7 - 24
ForceMovie · 2011 · 137m · Action, Crime, DramaA ruthless drug dealer and gangster systematically targets and terrorizes a police unit, extending his attacks to include their families.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 25
Aaranya KaandamMovie · 2011 · 126m · Comedy, Action, CrimeOn a single day, a drama unfolds as two rival mafia gangs clash after a bag of cocaine is stolen by two unsuspecting individuals.IMDb 8.4TMDB 7.5 - 26
ShaitanMovie · 2011 · 126m · Action, Crime, DramaFive friends with substance abuse problems plan a fake kidnapping. Their goal is to pay a police officer to ignore their involvement in a hit-and-run.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.2 - 27
Behzat Ç.: I Buried You in My HeartMovie · 2011 · 110m · Drama, Action, CrimeA hard-edged police officer investigates a series of murders. As he pursues the killer, he's also battling personal struggles.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.9 - 28
Murder 2Movie · 2011 · 127m · Action, Crime, DramaA retired police officer is recruited by a gangster to find missing sex workers and the person who has abducted them.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.6 - 29
The Green HornetMovie · 2011 · 119m · Action, Crime, ComedyBritt Reid, heir to a vast Los Angeles newspaper empire, has lived a carefree, privileged life. Following his father's death, Britt connects with Kato, a capable company employee. Recognizing their combined potential, Britt and Kato team up as costumed crimefighters to take down the city's most powerful criminal, Chudnofsky.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 30
The Girl with the Dragon TattooMovie · 2011 · 158m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryJournalist Mikael Blomkvist investigates the 40-year-old disappearance of a man's niece, with the help of Lisbeth Salander, a punk computer hacker with a distinctive style. Their investigation reveals widespread corruption far exceeding their expectations.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4 - 31
The MechanicMovie · 2011 · 93m · Action, Thriller, CrimeArthur Bishop is a highly skilled assassin who adheres to a strict code of professional perfection and emotional detachment. Considered one of the best in his group, Bishop excels at eliminating targets with precision. When Harry McKenna, Bishop's close friend and mentor, is killed, Harry's son seeks out Bishop for revenge and to learn his skills, leading to the beginning of a dangerous alliance.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 32
DriveMovie · 2011 · 100m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeDriver is a Hollywood stuntman who secretly works as a getaway driver for criminals. He keeps people at arm's length until he meets his attractive neighbor, Irene, and her son, Benicio. When Irene’s husband is released from prison, he asks Driver to help with a million-dollar robbery. The heist goes wrong, forcing Driver to protect Irene and Benicio from the dangerous people who want revenge.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 33
BlitzMovie · 2011 · 97m · Crime, Action, ThrillerA hardened police officer is assigned to hunt a serial killer who specifically targets members of the police force.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 34
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of ShadowsMovie · 2011 · 129m · Adventure, Action, CrimeA dangerous new criminal mastermind, Professor Moriarty, has emerged. He is not only a match for Sherlock Holmes' intellect, but his ruthless nature and complete lack of morality could prove to be a significant threat to the detective.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 35
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody AffairMovie · 2011 · 247m · Action, CrimeThe Bride, a highly skilled former assassin, awakens from a coma to discover her unborn child has been stolen by Bill, her former boss and lover, who also shot her. She then sets out on a violent path of revenge, tracking down her former Deadly Viper Assassination Squad colleagues, ultimately seeking a final confrontation with Bill. This is the complete Kill Bill, combining Volumes 1 and 2, previously deleted scenes, alternate takes, a full-color remaster of the Crazy 88 fight, a 7-minute anime sequence by Production I.G., and a built-in intermission.IMDb 8.7TMDB 8.0 - 36
Johnny English RebornMovie · 2011 · 101m · Crime, Action, ComedyWorld leaders are meeting for a crucial conference with the potential to reshape global politics. When MI-7 learns the Chinese premier is being targeted by assassins, it's up to Johnny English to intervene. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the disgraced agent discovers a vast conspiracy involving powerful global entities. Determined to restore his reputation, he must stop the killers before they succeed.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 37
The Lincoln LawyerMovie · 2011 · 119m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerMick Haller, a sharp defense attorney who works out of his car, usually handles small-time offenders. So, when he takes on a Beverly Hills playboy accused of attempted murder, it's a huge career move. What starts as a seemingly easy case with a lucrative payout soon reveals a darker side.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 38
Drive AngryMovie · 2011 · 104m · Fantasy, Thriller, ActionMilton, a former convict, escapes from a hellish prison driven by revenge. He's determined to find the cult responsible for murdering his daughter and abducting her child. He teams up with a strong-willed waitress who is also searching for a second chance. With only three days to spare, Milton must evade capture, avenge his daughter, and rescue her baby from a deadly sacrifice by the cult.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.5 - 39
Horrible BossesMovie · 2011 · 98m · Comedy, CrimeNick, Kurt, and Dale are desperate to escape their awful jobs. Quitting isn't a possibility, so fueled by alcohol and questionable advice from a former criminal, they hatch a complicated plan to get rid of their bosses – for good.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 40
S.W.A.T.: FirefightMovie · 2011 · 89m · Action, Crime, ThrillerIn Los Angeles, S.W.A.T. Lieutenant Paul Cutler is assigned to Detroit to train the local S.W.A.T. team in updated anti-terrorism tactics. Cutler struggles to fit in, clashing with the team's captain and facing resistance from the officers he's meant to lead. As he settles into the assignment, he develops a relationship with police psychologist Kim Byers. A seemingly routine hostage situation turns tragic, and a vengeful former government agent, Walter Hatch, seeks retribution against Cutler and the S.W.A.T. team for the death of the woman he loved. Cutler must now rely on his skills and experience to protect his team and stop a deadly adversary.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.7 - 41
Batman: Year OneMovie · 2011 · 64m · Action, Animation, CrimeBruce Wayne, a wealthy playboy, and Jim Gordon, a Chicago police officer, find their lives unexpectedly crossing paths when they both return to Gotham City.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 42
La Vie en RoseMovie · 2007 · 140m · Music, DramaEdith Piaf's life was a relentless struggle for survival, encompassing both her passion for singing and her experiences with love, moving from the tough streets of Paris' Belleville neighborhood to the bright lights of New York's biggest concert venues. Raised in a brothel by her grandmother, Piaf was discovered in 1935 by nightclub owner Louis Leplee, who encouraged her to sing despite her crippling shyness. She rose to become a legendary figure in France, her voice a defining sound of the 20th century.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 43
ColombianaMovie · 2011 · 108m · Action, Thriller, CrimeGrowing up in Bogota, Cataleya Restrepo's parents were murdered when she was a child. Now, she's a highly skilled assassin working for her uncle. However, in her spare time, she secretly hunts down criminals, hoping to find the mob boss who ordered her parents' deaths and bring him to justice.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 44
Cold FishMovie · 2011 · 146m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeShamoto owns a small tropical fish shop. When his daughter Mitsuko is caught shoplifting, a man named Murata intervenes to resolve the situation with the store manager. Murata also runs a tropical fish shop and he and Shamoto quickly become friends. But Murata harbors many hidden secrets beneath his friendly demeanor.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 45
Kill the IrishmanMovie · 2011 · 106m · Action, Crime, ThrillerIn the summer of 1976, thirty-six bombs explode in Cleveland as a violent conflict erupts between Irish mobster Danny Greene and the Italian mafia. Based on a true story, Kill the Irishman tells the story of Greene's ascent from a challenging Cleveland neighborhood to become a powerful enforcer in the city's criminal underworld.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 46
Once Upon a Time in AnatoliaMovie · 2011 · 163m · Drama, CrimeA group of men search for the victim in a murder case – a location confessed to by the suspect, Kenan, and his mentally challenged brother. But finding the body proves harder than anticipated, as Kenan can't clearly remember where it is. As the search continues late into the night, the men find themselves talking about their lives, their conversations growing increasingly personal and revealing hidden truths and significant stories.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 47
A Gang StoryMovie · 2011 · 102m · Crime, DramaEdmond Vidal, known as Momon, grew up in a poor gypsy community, holding onto strong family ties, loyalty, and pride in his heritage. He remained close to Serge Suttel, with whom he first experienced prison as young boys, after stealing cherries. Their friendship led them into organized crime, forming the notorious Ganf Des Lyonnais, who became the most infamous armed robbers of the early 1970s. Their success ended in a major arrest in 1974. Now nearing 60, Momon seeks to leave that life behind, finding peace with his wife Janou and his family. They admire his straightforwardness and kindness. However, Serge Suttel, who has never forgotten their past, reappears.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 48
You May Not Kiss the BrideMovie · 2011 · 97m · Action, Crime, ComedyBryan, a quiet pet photographer, finds himself unexpectedly caught in a world of action when he's compelled to marry Masha, the daughter of a Croatian crime boss. Their honeymoon in a tropical paradise turns perilous when Masha is kidnapped.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.6 - 49
Texas Killing FieldsMovie · 2011 · 105m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeIn the Texas bayou country, a local homicide detective partners with a New York City cop to investigate a string of unresolved murders.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 50
J. EdgarMovie · 2011 · 137m · Drama, Crime, HistoryFor nearly 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover shaped American law enforcement, inspiring both fear and respect. Yet, hidden from public view were secrets that threatened to shatter his reputation, end his career, and destroy his life.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 51
Kill ListMovie · 2011 · 95m · Horror, Thriller, CrimeA hitman, still recovering from a failed previous job, accepts a new contract: three kills for a substantial reward. The assignment begins simply enough, but quickly spirals out of control, drawing the killer into a dangerous and disturbing world.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 52
SnowtownMovie · 2011 · 120m · Crime, DramaBased on true events, sixteen-year-old Jamie becomes involved with his mother's new boyfriend and the group of people who consider themselves neighborhood watch. This connection spirals into a series of torture and murders.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 53
A Lonely Place to DieMovie · 2011 · 99m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerFive mountaineers exploring the Scottish Highlands stumble upon a young Serbian girl hidden in a remote chamber. Their attempt to rescue her plunges them into a dangerous chase with her captors as they fight to ensure her safety.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 54
The DoubleMovie · 2011 · 98m · Action, Drama, CrimeWhen a US senator is murdered with the signature of the infamous Soviet assassin 'Cassius,' retired CIA operative Paul Shepherson is pulled back into the game. He reluctantly partners with rookie FBI agent Ben Geary to solve the case. Shepherson believed Cassius was dead after years of hunting him, but his former supervisor, Tom Highland, convinces him to take on the investigation. Geary, who studied Shepherson's past work on Cassius for his Master's thesis, is convinced the killer has returned.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 55
Elephant WhiteMovie · 2011 · 91m · Action, Thriller, FantasyA professional killer takes a job from a businessman to get revenge for the death of his daughter, who was murdered by white slave traders in Thailand.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 56
The Devil's DoubleMovie · 2011 · 109m · Drama, Action, ThrillerThis is a disturbing look inside the inner circle of Saddam Hussein's regime, told from the perspective of the man who was compelled to impersonate Hussein's cruel son.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
