55 British Crime Films
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KidulthoodMovie · 2006 · 91m · DramaThis film follows a group of difficult fifteen-year-olds navigating life in west London. It's a look at their everyday experiences.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 2
AdulthoodMovie · 2008 · 99m · Crime, DramaSix years into a prison sentence for the murder of a classmate, a young man discovers he's the target of a vengeful enemy.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 3
FilthMovie · 2013 · 97m · Crime, Drama, ComedyA deeply flawed police officer, battling drug addiction and borderline personality disorder, uses manipulation and hallucinations to try to advance his career. He is also prejudiced and consumed by bigotry.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 4
ScumMovie · 1979 · 96m · Drama, CrimeThis intense film follows two young men in Britain's Borstal Reformatory during the difficult years after World War II. It shows the harsh reality of their lives as they try to survive within a system meant to reform them through strict rules and tough conditions. The story highlights how these boys keep going despite facing violence, betrayal, and a desperate struggle for survival inside the institution. With realistic storytelling, the film powerfully portrays the strength of the human spirit in the face of hardship.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 5
The GentlemenMovie · 2019 · 113m · Action, Comedy, CrimeMickey Pearson, an American living in London, has created a very successful marijuana business there. His decision to sell the company sparks a series of plots, schemes, bribery, and blackmail as people try to take control of his empire.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 6
Mean MachineMovie · 2001 · 99m · Comedy, DramaDanny Meehan, a former England football captain now in jail for assaulting police officers, finds a chance to make a difference. He helps the prisoners find hope and a way to escape their circumstances. When an opportunity arises to challenge the cruel guards during a prison football game, Danny steps up to lead them.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 7
FaceMovie · 1997 · 105m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerAs socialism fades from memory in 1980s Britain, Ray abandons his former ideals and embraces a life of crime. Witnessing the decline of his political values, he becomes a bank robber and joins forces with a group of equally lost individuals.
They plan a final heist, but the operation quickly falls apart, revealing a web of betrayal and escalating violence. The group's shared purpose dissolves into suspicion as their past mistakes haunt them. The film explores disillusionment, desperation, and the destructive potential of society's decline, following Ray's dangerous journey through moral ambiguity.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 8
ClubbedMovie · 2008 · 95m · Drama, Action, ThrillerSet in the early 1980s, this is a story of a solitary factory worker whose life takes an unexpected turn when he gets a job as a doorman at a nightclub. It's a drama exploring the darker side of life.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 9
Essex Boys RetributionMovie · 2013 · 82mTwo decades after a series of infamous gangland killings in Essex, the children of the original perpetrators are now locked in a struggle for power. Everyone is driven by a desire for retribution.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.0 - 10
Ill ManorsMovie · 2012 · 121m · Crime, DramaThis ensemble film follows the lives of people in Forest Gate, London, over several days. Six interconnected stories explore themes of drug use, prostitution, and urban poverty.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.3 - 11
TerryMovie · 2011 · 81mIn the summer of 2009, Charlie Ruez filmed a documentary. Six months later, the footage was taken by the Metropolitan Police Department as evidence. The footage was then released in 2010.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.6 - 12
The BusinessMovie · 2005 · 96m · Drama, Action, ThrillerIn the 1980s, Frankie yearns to leave his life in South East London, and an opportunity arises when his mother's abusive boyfriend is confronted. Following an altercation with the boyfriend, Frankie flees to Spain and finds work delivering a package to Charlie, a stylish gangster who offers him a job. As Charlie's driver, Frankie is drawn into a world of luxury and excitement, but the lifestyle's temptations threaten to unravel everything.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 13
Gangster No. 1Movie · 2000 · 103m · Action, Drama, ThrillerA retired gangster learns that Freddie Mays, an old associate, is being released from prison after thirty years. The news stirs up memories of his youth, specifically of a man who joined Freddie's gang – a man he both admired and eventually double-crossed.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 14
The Fall of the KraysMovie · 2016 · 112mThe Krays brothers return in Fall of the Krays, continuing the story after Rise of the Krays. Having built their criminal empire, the brothers face increasing difficulties and personal instability. They must fight to maintain their power as one police officer becomes fixated on them, and Reggie and Ronnie grapple with complicated relationships and deteriorating mental states.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.0 - 15
St George's DayMovie · 2012 · 109mLondon gangster cousins Micky Mannock and Ray Collishaw are powerful figures until a cocaine shipment belonging to the Russian Mafia is lost at sea. The story follows them across London, Amsterdam, and Berlin as they desperately try to evade the police. They plan a risky diamond heist to resolve the situation and finally leave their criminal lives behind.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.7 - 16
Goodbye Charlie BrightMovie · 2001 · 87mThis film follows Charlie Bright and his friends during a sweltering South London summer. As Tommy prepares to enlist and Francis experiences new love, the close bonds of friendship and loyalty are strained as the group begins to pursue separate paths.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 17
Dead Man RunningMovie · 2009 · 92m · Action, Crime, DramaFacing a 24-hour deadline to repay a debt to a loan shark, ex-con Nick turns to his best friend. They embark on a series of increasingly complicated tasks to gather the money before time runs out for both of them.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 18
Down TerraceMovie · 2010 · 93m · Crime, DramaAfter their release from prison after serving time for an unknown offense, Bill and Karl are determined to uncover the identity of the person who betrayed them to the police. Meanwhile, their criminal enterprise is facing difficulties, and the group operating out of Down Terrace is rife with suspicion. What appears to be a normal house hides a dangerous atmosphere where tensions are escalating.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 19
Bonded by BloodMovie · 2010 · 100mIn 1995, drug dealers Tony Tucker, Patrick Tate, and Craig Rolfe were killed by a shotgun blast while waiting in a Range Rover in Rettendon, Essex. The film follows their ascent to become the most successful and feared criminal network in southern England, who maintained control through intimidation and violence, until their sudden deaths.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.1 - 20
ShootersMovie · 2001 · 71mShooters is a drama documentary film directed by Dan Reed for Suspect Device Films. Filmed in Liverpool, it features local criminals portraying the lives of local gangsters. The film is unique for being entirely unscripted, with only a brief outline provided to the actors; every scene was improvised and ad-libbed by the cast.IMDb 6.7TMDB 4.4 - 21
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.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 22
OutlawMovie · 2007 · 103m · Action, Crime, ThrillerFeeling abandoned by the government and disillusioned with the police, a group of individuals band together to address what they perceive as societal injustices, effectively becoming a contemporary vigilante group.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 23
The Football FactoryMovie · 2004 · 91m · Drama"The Football Factory" explores the deep-seated desire of men to find belonging and purpose through violence surrounding English football. It depicts a subculture of men who feel overlooked and inadequate, finding a powerful, almost addictive outlet in street brawls – a rush they consider stronger than sex or drugs.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 24
We Still Kill the Old WayMovie · 2014 · 94m · CrimeWhen one of their own is killed by a rival street gang, a group of aging London gangsters unleashes a campaign of violent revenge. They take justice into their own hands.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 25
Hackney's FinestMovie · 2014 · 90mA low-level drug dealer's life spirals out of control when a dishonest police officer in East London attempts to seize a shipment intended for Welsh-Jamaican gangsters.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.6 - 26
Green Street Hooligans 2Movie · 2009 · 94m · Crime, DramaAfter the intense events of "Green Street Hooligans," many members of the West Ham firm and numerous Millwall members are imprisoned. The GSE quickly face the harsh realities of jail, becoming frequent targets due to being outnumbered and outgunned by the better-funded Millwall gang.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.0 - 27
Get CarterMovie · 1971 · 112m · Crime, ThrillerIn the hidden corners of London, Jack Carter lives a life outside the ordinary. He learns his estranged brother has died in Newcastle, officially ruled a suicide. But Jack doesn't believe it. Driven by loyalty, he investigates his brother's life, exploring the dangerous world of his friends and associates in Newcastle. The film follows Jack as he searches for the truth behind his brother's death, uncovering a complex network of relationships and fighting for justice amidst betrayal. It’s a story about family, loyalty, and the pursuit of answers.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 28
CharlieMovie · 2004 · 95mThis film tells the story of Charlie Richardson, a prominent figure in British crime during the years following World War II. It follows his ascent to power and the eventual decline of his criminal empire.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.8 - 29
The GuvnorsMovie · 2014 · 95m · Crime, Thriller"The Guvnors" is a violent thriller centered on the rivalries between South East London's criminal families and businesses, pitting two generations against each other in a brutal struggle.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3 - 30
Love, Honour and ObeyMovie · 2000 · 103m · Action, Comedy, ThrillerJonny works a tedious job as a courier and yearns for something more. Through his childhood friend, who is the nephew of crime boss Ray Kreed, he gets accepted into the most dangerous gang in North London. Eager to prove himself, Jonny ignites a conflict between Ray's gang and a rival group from South London, led by drug kingpin Sean and his second-in-command Matthew.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 31
The Long Good FridayMovie · 1980 · 114m · Crime, Thriller, DramaIn 1970s London, Harold Shand, a shrewd Cockney crime boss, wants to legitimize his criminal business by building a property empire. He plans to redevelop a rundown area, hoping it will become a candidate for the Olympic Games, and seeks investment from the American Mafia. But as the mobsters arrive, a series of bombings strike Shand's organization, threatening his ambitious project. Amidst the chaos, Shand races against time to expose a traitor within his group and regain control through ruthless means.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 32
Green Street 3: Never Back DownMovie · 2013 · 90m · Action, DramaA former top figure in a powerful organization returns to Green Street after learning his younger brother has been murdered. He seeks vengeance, but must confront a new generation of criminals while trying to uncover the truth behind his brother's death.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.4 - 33
Essex BoysMovie · 2000 · 102m · Crime, ThrillerBilly lands a job with a local crime organization, starting as an entry-level employee. His first assignment is to watch Jason, a recently released convict known for his volatile temper. Jason intends to instruct Billy in the ways of crime, drugs, and relationships. Unbeknownst to Jason, Billy is interested in Jason's wife, Lisa. When a drug deal involving ecstasy goes wrong, Jason seeks revenge against the crime boss, while Billy plots to eliminate Jason. Soon, bodies begin to appear.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.6 - 34
Green Street HooligansMovie · 2005 · 109m · Crime, DramaWrongfully expelled from Harvard, American Matt Buckner goes to live with his sister in England. He befriends her charismatic but dangerous brother-in-law, Pete Dunham, and becomes immersed in the world of British football hooliganism. Through a developing friendship, Matt learns to be assertive within this hidden and often violent environment. *Green Street Hooligans* is a story about loyalty, trust, and the potentially harsh results of living life on the edge.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 35
Essex Boys: Law of SurvivalMovie · 2015 · 84mEssex has long been a center for criminal activity, with generations of "Essex Boys" dominating the streets of Essex and East London. Many believed this era ended in 1995. They were mistaken. Danny, a former hooligan, is pulled back into a life of crime when his world is disrupted on the streets of Essex.IMDb 2.9TMDB 4.4 - 36
I.D.Movie · 1995 · 107m · Crime, DramaA team of undercover police officers goes deep undercover within a dangerous gang of football hooligans, each assigned to find and arrest their leaders. The story follows one officer who struggles with his loyalty to the law and the appeal of the criminal world, blurring the line between his police identity and a life of trouble. Facing dangerous situations and high-pressure assignments, the film examines loyalty, right and wrong, and how easily those concepts can become unclear in a violent and unpredictable criminal environment.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.6 - 37
My Brother the DevilMovie · 2012 · 111m · DramaMo, a lonely and sensitive fourteen-year-old, often gets into trouble trying to fit in with friends. He looks up to his older brother, Rashid, a charismatic figure in a local gang who earns money through drug dealing to support their family. Yearning to be tough like Rashid, Mo takes a job that sets off a chain of events, forcing the brothers to face their own struggles. The film explores how easy it is to harbor hatred, and how true courage lies in love and understanding.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 38
Jack SaidMovie · 2009 · 101mThe true measure of a journey isn't the destination, but the sacrifices made along the way.IMDb 3.6TMDB 5.2 - 39
The KraysMovie · 1990 · 115m · Drama, Crime, History"The Krays" explores the story of Ronald and Reginald Kray, twin brothers who became notorious gangsters in 1960s London. Born into a difficult family, they rose through the ranks of organized crime, using their intelligence and violence to dominate the city's underworld.
Director Peter Medak tells a compelling story of ambition, brotherhood, and brutality. The film shows the Kray brothers' ascent to power, their complicated relationship, and the events that led to their downfall. With detailed visuals and accurate period settings, "The Krays" provides a gripping and moving look at a dark chapter in London's criminal past.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 40
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking BarrelsMovie · 1998 · 105mA skilled card player and his reluctant companions must quickly raise a large sum of money after a bad poker game. They decide to rob a local gang who are operating out of the apartment next door.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.1 - 41
Layer CakeMovie · 2004 · 105m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA simple drug deal goes wrong, forcing XXXX to abandon his principles. He must escalate the situation to defeat his former associates and protect himself.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 42
BronsonMovie · 2009 · 92m · Drama, Action, CrimeSentenced to seven years for a post office robbery, a young man unexpectedly spends thirty years in solitary confinement. The isolation profoundly alters him, and his personality gradually gives way to an alter ego: Charles Bronson.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 43
London 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.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3 - 44
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 - 45
SnatchMovie · 2000 · 103m · Crime, ComedyA group of unlikely players – shady boxing promoters, dangerous bookmakers, a Russian gangster, inept amateur thieves, and seemingly Jewish jewelers – all compete to find a valuable diamond that has been stolen.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.8 - 46
HoneytrapMovie · 2015 · 93mIn Brixton, London, fifteen-year-old Layla gets drawn into gang life and is forced to arrange the murder of a boy.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.7 - 47
The CrewMovie · 2008 · 117m · Drama, Action, ThrillerTo start a new, honest life, Liverpool crime boss Ged Brennan plans one last major heist to get the money he needs. He sends his brother Ratter and a team to carry it out. However, when Ratter accidentally kills a powerful drug kingpin during the robbery, Brennan is forced to seek help from his enemy, Franner, to prevent a devastating gang war.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 48
RocknRollaMovie · 2008 · 114m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA Russian mobster orchestrates a lucrative real estate scheme, attracting the attention of London's diverse criminal element. As millions of pounds are made, a cast of shady characters – including Mr One-Two, Stella the accountant, and Johnny Quid, a drug-addled rock star – all vie for a piece of the wealth.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 49
The FirmMovie · 2009 · 90m · DramaIn the 1980s, Dom, a teenager, is drawn to the appealing world of football casuals, particularly by Bex, the leader of a firm. He gains acceptance within the group because of his quick wit and humor, quickly becoming one of them. However, as Bex and his gang engage in escalating conflicts with rival firms nationwide, and violence increases, Dom realizes he wants to leave. He soon discovers that escaping this lifestyle is not so simple.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 50
HyenaMovie · 2015 · 112m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerEffective policing isn't always about strict adherence to regulations. But as criminal activity in London increasingly involves Albanian and Turkish organizations, how can an honest officer maintain his integrity?IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.6 - 51
PiggyMovie · 2012 · 106mIn modern-day London, Joe is a quiet young man feeling unfulfilled. The murder of his brother leads him to seek comfort in Piggy, a friend from his brother's past. Piggy offers support and promises to help Joe find justice. Their bond deepens as Joe becomes entangled in a dangerous world of violence and revenge. As his life unravels, Joe begins to doubt Piggy's true nature and honesty. A confrontation with Piggy triggers a chain of events culminating in a devastating climax.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 52
The Rise of the KraysMovie · 2015 · 110mThis film chronicles the formative years of two young, aspiring boxers in London. Quickly rising through the ranks, they become notorious figures, feared and respected throughout the city. Narrated by a surviving close friend, the story details their ascent to infamy, marked by drug use, sexual encounters, and violence.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.7 - 53
Starred UpMovie · 2014 · 106m · DramaEric, a 19-year-old with a history of violence and a defiant attitude, is unexpectedly sent to the same adult prison as his father. His quick temper makes him enemies among guards and inmates, straining his already difficult relationship with his father. When a volunteer psychotherapist offers an anger management program, Eric is pulled between dangerous gang politics, prison corruption, and a chance for change. He must fight to survive, uncertain if his father will offer protection or contribute to his downfall.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 54
Rise of the FootsoldierMovie · 2007 · 119m · Action, Crime, Thriller*Rise of the Footsoldier* chronicles Carlton Leach's ascent from a prominent figure in football hooliganism to a key member of a notorious criminal gang. The film depicts their widespread criminal activities across London and Essex during the late 1980s and early 1990s.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 55
My KingdomMovie · 2001 · 117mA wealthy family's empire begins to crumble when the controlling father decides to pass it to his three daughters: Kath, who runs a dockside brothel; Tracy, who owns a soccer team; and Jo, a former addict and prostitute, who refuses the inheritance. This sparks a bitter rivalry between the sisters, Kath and Tracy.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.1
