164 Crime Films from the 2000s
162 titles
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India's Got TalentMovie · 2000 · 115m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerIn the Queens subway yards, contractors fix and rebuild the city's trains. The contracts are highly profitable, leading to widespread corruption. After serving time in prison, Leo Handler discovers his aunt is married to Frank Olchin, a major contractor who is vying for contracts against a minority-owned company.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 2
A 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.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 3
ShottasMovie · 2002 · 95m · Action, Adventure, CrimeThis is a gritty urban drama following two friends from the dangerous streets of Kingston, Jamaica. Biggs and Wayne embrace a life of crime to survive. Starting as young boys, they become involved in criminal activity and eventually relocate to the US, where they relentlessly rise through the ranks. Their loyalty to each other fuels their aggressive takeover of the Jamaican underworld.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.6 - 4
Zero Woman RMovie · 2007 · 73mA mysterious female spy is recruited to go undercover within the Japanese underworld. Her mission: to gather evidence for a secret division of the Tokyo Police Department.IMDb 4.2TMDB 6.6 - 5
The White RibbonMovie · 2009 · 144m · Drama, MysteryAn old tailor reflects on his time as a schoolteacher in a remote Northern German village during the year before World War I, a period marked by a series of unusual occurrences.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 6
Dancer in the DarkMovie · 2000 · 140m · Drama, CrimeSelma, a Czech immigrant facing blindness, works hard to support herself and her son. He shares her genetic condition and needs a costly operation to avoid the same future. Overwhelmed by hardship, Selma finds solace in musicals, composing small songs inspired by the sounds around her.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.9 - 7
Infernal AffairsMovie · 2002 · 101m · Drama, Action, ThrillerPolice officer Chan Wing Yan goes undercover within the local mafia. Simultaneously, mafia member Lau Kin Ming infiltrates the police force. Years later, their older selves – Chen Wing Yan and Inspector Lau Kin Ming – must work urgently to identify the mole operating within their organizations.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 8
StuckMovie · 2007 · 85m · Crime, Thriller, ComedyA young woman is involved in a hit-and-run accident and flees the scene. She soon discovers that her life becomes inextricably linked to the person she injured.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 9
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.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 10
The ChaserMovie · 2008 · 125m · Crime, Thriller, ActionJoong-ho, a disgraced detective now working as a pimp, is struggling financially after several of his women have disappeared without paying their debts. While searching for them, he discovers a clue suggesting the missing women were all contacted by the same client. One of Joong-ho's women is currently meeting with this client.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 11
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.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 12
Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams StoryMovie · 2004 · 95m · Crime, Drama, TV MovieRedemption is the story of Stan "Tookie" Williams, the founder of the Crips street gang in Los Angeles. It follows his descent into gang life, his imprisonment, and his later work writing children's books promoting peace and non-violence, which earned him several nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite exhausting all legal options, Tookie was ultimately executed by lethal injection.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 13
The SquareMovie · 2008 · 105m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerRay, dissatisfied with his marriage, begins an affair with his neighbor, Carla. Carla's husband, Greg, is a mobster who hides a large amount of drug money in their house. Carla devises a plan: she and Ray will steal the money, then burn down her house to make it look like the money was lost in the fire. They intend to convince Greg of this and then escape together. However, Carla's scheme unexpectedly falls apart.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.1 - 14
DogvilleMovie · 2003 · 178m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerFleeing a dangerous mob, a woman finds refuge in a quiet Colorado town. She's offered work in exchange for sanctuary, but when a search party arrives, she discovers the community's kindness comes with a hidden cost.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 15
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 - 16
Road to PerditionMovie · 2002 · 117m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerMike Sullivan is a hit man for crime boss John Rooney, whom he considers a father figure. When his son witnesses a murder, Sullivan goes on the run to protect his son and seek revenge on those who betrayed him.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 17
The Manson FamilyMovie · 1997 · 95m · Crime, Drama, HistoryThe Manson Family murders are recreated using footage that looks like grainy Super 8 home movies. This film offers a disturbing look into Charles Manson and his followers, depicting the terror and vulnerability present in late 1960s California. The film shifts from ordinary family moments to shocking violence, forcing viewers to confront the unsettling truth about this infamous cult. The raw, unpolished style of Super 8 enhances the story's disturbing realism, leaving a lasting impact as it explores human darkness and deception.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.3 - 18
The Laramie ProjectMovie · 2002 · 95m · Crime, Drama, TV Movie"The Laramie Project" is set in Laramie, Wyoming, following the murder of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard. To develop the stage play, the Tectonic Theatre Project, an eight-member New York company, spent two years in Laramie, recording extensive interviews with local residents. The film depicts the company's time in Laramie, using verbatim transcripts of those interviews to portray a community grappling with its own identity.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2 - 19
Gangs of New YorkMovie · 2002 · 168m · Drama, History, CrimeIn the early 1860s, Amsterdam Vallon, an Irish immigrant, is released from prison and returns to the Five Points. He intends to avenge his father's death by targeting William Cutting, a powerful gang leader who hates immigrants. To achieve this, Amsterdam must infiltrate Cutting’s organization. His quest for revenge becomes a struggle for survival and a fight for the future of the Irish in America.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 20
A History of ViolenceMovie · 2005 · 96m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA typical family's life is upended when the father shoots and kills someone at his diner, claiming self-defense.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 21
LevityMovie · 2003 · 100m · Crime, DramaManuel Jordan is released after serving 23 years for killing a teenager during a robbery. Having spent nearly two decades haunted by the victim's image, the newly paroled Manuel seeks a chance to make amends. But an unexpected path to redemption appears in the form of a peculiar minister and two women in desperate need.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 22
Baise-moiMovie · 2000 · 77m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerNadine and Manu are two highly organized women with a penchant for perfection. They share a lifestyle that includes intense sexual experiences, drug use, alcohol, and firearms. When faced with difficulties, they resort to using guns and are fiercely protective of their own interests.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8 - 23
Animal FactoryMovie · 2000 · 94m · Crime, DramaRon, a spoiled young man from the suburbs, isn't too concerned about the marijuana charges he faces. However, when he's wrongly portrayed as a drug dealer, he's sentenced to five years in San Quentin State Prison. Physically weak and unprepared for prison life, Ron becomes vulnerable to predators and abusive guards. His fortunes change when he befriends Earl, a seasoned inmate who takes it upon himself to protect the newcomer.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 24
Pusher IIMovie · 2004 · 100m · Crime, DramaTonny is released from prison, but he's determined to turn his life around – a difficult task.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 25
11:14Movie · 2003 · 86mThis film explores how seemingly unrelated events intertwine on a single night, culminating at 11:14 PM. The narrative follows five different characters and their individual stories, revealing a complex web of murder and deception as their paths unexpectedly converge.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 26
Pusher IIIMovie · 2005 · 108m · Action, Thriller, CrimeAs Milo ages, he's planning his daughter's 25th birthday when a shipment of heroin unexpectedly turns out to be 10,000 ecstasy pills. When Milo tries to sell them, chaos erupts, and his only option is to seek help from Radovan, his former enforcer and longtime friend.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 27
Hero WantedMovie · 2008 · 95m · Crime, Action, ThrillerLiam Case, a garbage collector, feels his life has fallen short of his hopes. Hoping to win over the woman he loves, Liam devises a complicated robbery, intending to heroically intervene at the crucial moment. But on the day of the heist, things go awry, and Liam ends up in the hospital.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.3 - 28
Yakuza DemonMovie · 2003 · 100mSeiji and Yoshifumi are the only remaining members of the Muto branch of the Date Family. They deeply respect and love their leader, Mr. Muto, considering him a father figure, and the three share a strong connection. However, their lives change when the Family becomes embroiled in a conflict. Unable to provide funds for the upcoming battle, Muto offers to fight on the front lines himself. To protect him, Seiji arranges for Muto's arrest by the police. Defying the Family executives’ scorn, Seiji prepares for the battle and fights with fierce determination to support his boss.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.0 - 29
A ProphetMovie · 2009 · 155m · Crime, DramaMalik El Djebena receives a six-year prison sentence. Having never learned to read or write, he feels isolated and vulnerable upon entering prison. He quickly becomes drawn to a dominant group of Corsican inmates who control life within the prison walls. As he participates in their activities, Malik grows stronger and earns the trust of the Corsicans.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 30
FramedMovie · 2002 · 91mDetective Mike Santini is on vacation with his family when he recognizes Eddie Meyers, a fugitive who could be crucial to a major money laundering investigation. Santini helps capture Meyers, and the shrewd criminal then asks Santini to be the interrogator. In the interrogation room, the two men assess each other, setting the stage for a thriller filled with surprising turns.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.9 - 31
Righteous KillMovie · 2008 · 101m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryTwo experienced detectives in New York City investigate a new murder, suspecting a link to a past case they thought they had closed. They begin to question whether a serial killer might be operating and if they wrongly convicted someone years ago.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 32
The LookoutMovie · 2007 · 99m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerChris was a talented high school athlete, but a terrible accident changes everything. Trying to rebuild his life, he takes a job as a janitor at a bank. He soon gets drawn into a carefully planned robbery.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 33
TorturedMovie · 2008 · 107m · Crime, ThrillerA mob boss instructs an undercover FBI agent to torture an accountant.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5 - 34Franziskas Gespür für MännerMovie · 2006 · 90mFranziska witnesses police recovering a body and immediately recognizes the deceased as a client she had recently done makeup for. The amateur detective becomes suspicious of foul play and begins investigating the self-help group for singles the woman belonged to.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0
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Four BrothersMovie · 2005 · 109m · Action, CrimeFour brothers, who were adopted and raised apart, go back to their Detroit hometown after their mother is killed. They decide to seek revenge on those responsible.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 36
Matchstick MenMovie · 2003 · 116m · Comedy, Drama, CrimeA con artist with a severe phobia and his apprentice are about to execute a big score when the con artist’s teenage daughter shows up unexpectedly.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 37
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 - 38
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.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 39
Reindeer GamesMovie · 2000 · 104m · Thriller, Action, CrimeTo be with his girlfriend, a recently released convict assumes the identity of his deceased cellmate. He's unexpectedly drawn into a casino heist as a reluctant player.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 40
Hollywood HomicideMovie · 2003 · 116m · Action, Adventure, ComedyIn Hollywood, detectives Joe Gavilan and K.C. Calden are assigned a major case. Neither is fully committed to their police work; Gavilan works as a real estate broker and Calden pursues acting while teaching yoga. Faced with this case, they must decide whether to focus on solving it or pursue their personal desires.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.2 - 41
Shinjuku IncidentMovie · 2009 · 119m · Drama, Action, ThrillerA quiet Chinese immigrant unexpectedly finds himself in a dangerous conflict with a global criminal empire.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 42
Kiss Kiss Bang BangMovie · 2005 · 102m · Comedy, Crime, MysteryA small-time thief pretending to be an actor travels to Los Angeles for a surprising audition. He unexpectedly becomes involved in a murder investigation, joining forces with his high school crush and a detective who has been preparing him for the role.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 43
Match PointMovie · 2005 · 124m · Drama, Romance, ThrillerChris, a former tennis player now working as an instructor, develops a close relationship with his student, Tom. Following an introduction to Tom's family, Chris becomes engaged to Tom's sister, Chloe. Though the relationship offers professional and financial benefits, Chris becomes increasingly fixated on Tom's fiancée, American actress Nola.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 44
Murder by NumbersMovie · 2002 · 120m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerDetective Cassie Mayweather, a determined homicide investigator, and her new partner are investigating a murder. They're trying to understand two young men who are exceptionally intelligent but deeply cruel – killers whose hidden pasts may hold the key to their crimes.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 45
Two HandsMovie · 1999 · 103m · Comedy, Crime, ThrillerA 19-year-old is drawn into a dangerous world of crime when stolen money disappears. Hunted by a local gangster's debt collectors, he must navigate a perilous underworld to find answers and escape. Meanwhile, two street kids find the missing funds and go on a spending spree, escalating the trouble. The film explores desperation, survival, and the impact of crime as these stories collide. Realistic and gripping, it balances youthful rebellion with high stakes, keeping viewers captivated.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 46
The Man in White Part 2: Requiem for the LionMovie · 2003 · 107mA hot-headed young yakuza member seeks vengeance against a massive rival gang after his boss is killed.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.0 - 47
Yakuza: Like a DragonMovie · 2007 · 110m · Action, Crime, DramaKazuma Kiryū, a former yakuza member, is released from prison and trying to start a new life, leaving his past behind. But Kiryū's attempts at a fresh beginning are complicated when he becomes the target of Gorō Majima, a volatile former associate seeking revenge.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 48
Catch Me If You CanMovie · 2002 · 141m · Drama, CrimeBased on a true story, this film follows Frank Abagnale Jr., who, before turning 19, successfully impersonated a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and lawyer, defrauding millions of dollars through forged checks. An FBI agent dedicates himself to capturing Frank, but he expertly evades arrest, seemingly enjoying the chase.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 49
In BrugesMovie · 2008 · 108m · Comedy, Drama, CrimeIn Bruges, Belgium, two hit men, Ray and Ken, await their next assignment. With downtime, they reflect on a past job. When Ken learns the details of the new mission, it turns out to be unexpected.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 50
Memories of MurderMovie · 2003 · 131m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerIn the late 1980s, two detectives in rural South Korea struggle to solve a series of brutal rape and murders targeting young women, terrifying their community. Working with limited resources and old-fashioned techniques, they soon realize they are hunting the country's first documented serial killer as the murders continue with a disturbing pattern. This true-crime thriller follows their desperate attempt to connect the clues.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.1 - 51
Nine QueensMovie · 2000 · 114m · Crime, Thriller, DramaTwo con artists attempt to defraud a stamp collector by selling him a sheet of fake, highly sought-after rare stamps known as the "nine queens."IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 52
Gone Baby GoneMovie · 2007 · 113m · Crime, Drama, MysteryWhen 4-year-old Amanda McCready vanishes from her home and the police struggle to find her, her aunt Beatrice hires private detectives Patrick Kenzie and Angie Gennaro. The detectives acknowledge their limited experience with missing child cases, but the family specifically requested them for two reasons: they aren't law enforcement and they understand the challenging neighborhood where Amanda lives.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 53
Varg Veum - Woman in the FridgeMovie · 2008 · 87m · Crime, ThrillerA global oil drilling firm hires private investigator Varg Veum to locate their missing systems designer, Arne Samuelsen. Veum's investigation leads him to a gruesome discovery: the headless body of a woman hidden in Arne's refrigerator. Veum is then attacked and loses consciousness. Upon regaining awareness, he finds the body has vanished and the police are at the scene.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.7 - 54
Sun ScarredMovie · 2006 · 117mOn his way home to his wife and daughter, Katayama witnesses a gang of thugs attacking an unarmed man. He intervenes to help, unexpectedly defeating the attackers. However, this act of heroism has unforeseen and negative consequences.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 55
Cassandra's DreamMovie · 2007 · 108m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerTwo brothers are struggling financially. When offered a chance to make money through illegal activity, their lives take a dangerous turn, and their relationship fractures into rivalry.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 56
Not For, or Against (Quite the Contrary)Movie · 2003 · 111m · Drama, Crime"Ni Pour, Ni Contre" follows Caty, a young TV camerawoman, as she descends into a dangerous world after getting involved with a group of small-time criminals and their mysterious leader, Jean. The group struggles to survive until Jean proposes a risky bank robbery. Despite doubts from other members, he convinces them to proceed, and Caty finds herself caught in a brutal environment of betrayal, violence, and murder.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 57
Lucky Number SlevinMovie · 2006 · 110m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeSlevin is caught in the crossfire of a power struggle between the city's most powerful crime bosses. Constantly under surveillance, he must avoid being killed by a notorious assassin while desperately searching for a way to escape his dangerous situation.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 58
The 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.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 59
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."IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 60
Sucker Free CityMovie · 2004 · 113mThis film centers on three young men who become involved in criminal activities. Nick, working a corporate job, commits credit card fraud and sells drugs. K-Luv is a member of the "V-Dubs," an African-American street gang. Lincoln is a rising figure in the Chinese mafia. When Nick's family is displaced from their Mission District home due to gentrification and faces harassment from the V-Dubs, K-Luv asks for Nick's help with a bootlegging operation and to mediate a truce with Lincoln. Meanwhile, Lincoln has an affair with Angela, his boss's daughter, who is a Stanford student engaged to a medical student.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.9 - 61
Harsh TimesMovie · 2005 · 116m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerJim Davis, a former Army Ranger, is tempted back into a life of minor crime after a promising job with the LAPD falls through. His close friend is urged by his girlfriend Sylvia to get a steady job, but Jim prioritizes leisure and quick money from small-time robberies, all while pursuing a law enforcement career so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 62
Eastern PromisesMovie · 2007 · 100m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryA Russian teenager living in London dies giving birth, leaving behind a diary filled with clues. These clues suggest a connection between her child and a violent rape committed by a Russian mob family.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 63
The Maiden HeistMovie · 2009 · 91m · Comedy, CrimeThree museum security guards, deeply attached to the artwork they've protected, concoct a scheme to reclaim the pieces when they are unexpectedly transferred to a different museum. It's a comedy about their efforts to get their beloved art back.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 64
KamineyMovie · 2009 · 135m · Action, Crime, DramaTwo very different brothers have their lives unexpectedly linked when one takes a risky shortcut to wealth and the other suddenly becomes a target.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 65
Like a Dragon: PrologueMovie · 2006 · 43mIn 1970s Japan, Kazuma Kiryu, Akira Nishikiyama, and his sister Yuko grow up together at Shintaro Kazama's Sunflower Orphanage. In the summer of 1980, Yumi Sawamura joins them after her parents are killed in a gang shooting. Honoring yakuza tradition, Kazama secretly takes in orphans whose parents he was responsible for. The children love him like a father, and he eventually recruits the teenage Kiryu and Nishikiyama into the Dojima Family, a branch of the Tojo Clan where he holds a high position.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 66
The Weight of WaterMovie · 2001 · 113m · Mystery, Drama, ThrillerA newspaper photographer investigating a 1873 double homicide discovers unsettling parallels between the case and her own life, specifically with a survivor of the tragedy.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.5 - 67
Nancy DrewMovie · 2007 · 99m · Family, Adventure, CrimeTeen detective Nancy Drew travels to Hollywood with her father to solve the murder of a famous actress. This classic mystery, inspired by the popular young adult book series, follows Nancy as she tries to uncover the truth amidst the glamour and deception of the movie industry. Can she solve the case?IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 68
Hannibal RisingMovie · 2007 · 121m · Crime, Thriller, HorrorThis is the story of Hannibal Lecter's formative years, exploring the origins of his violent nature. It begins with his difficult childhood in Lithuania, where he witnesses brutal acts of desperation by soldiers driven by hunger. Later, in France, while studying medicine, he develops a fascination with death and a growing desire to kill.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 69
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 - 70
Election 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 - 71
FreedomlandMovie · 2006 · 113m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA Black police detective investigates the unusual kidnapping of a boy while also navigating a large-scale racial protest.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.2 - 72
ShadeMovie · 2003 · 101m · Action, Thriller, CrimeTiffany, Charlie, and Vernon, a trio of con artists, aim to escalate their schemes by targeting Dean "The Dean" Stevens, a renowned cardsharp, in a rigged game. To fund their entry, they partner with Larry Jennings to scam a local gangster – a decision that quickly backfires.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 73
Street KingsMovie · 2008 · 109m · Action, Crime, DramaTom Ludlow, a jaded L.A. police officer who often disregards protocol and is grieving the loss of his wife, finds himself accused of murdering a colleague. This forces him to confront the police system he's always known, ultimately making him doubt the trustworthiness of those closest to him.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 74
Reservation RoadMovie · 2007 · 102m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerThe lives of two fathers collide when one is responsible for a sudden, fatal hit-and-run accident involving the other's son. The two men respond with surprising actions as the consequences of the event draw closer.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 75
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.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 76
The United States of LelandMovie · 2003 · 108m · Crime, DramaLeland Fitzgerald, a quiet young man, is in prison for killing a mentally disabled boy who was also his girlfriend, Becky's, brother. The community grapples with the tragedy, and Pearl Madison, a teacher at the prison, begins writing about Leland's case. At the same time, those impacted by the murder – Becky and her sister, Julie – face their own difficulties.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 77
29 PalmsMovie · 2002 · 93m · Comedy, Crime, DramaA casino experiences a theft when a bag of money disappears, and the Hitman (Chris O'Donnell) is tasked with recovering it. His pursuit leads him through a series of transfers, with the bag passing through the hands of the Drifter (Jeremy Davies) and the Waitress (Rachael Leigh Cook), among others. The escalating crime story attracts the attention of more individuals, including a Cop (Michael Rapaport) and a Sheriff (Keith David), intensifying the desperate search for the missing money.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.6 - 78
7 SecondsMovie · 2005 · 96m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA seasoned thief steals a Van Gogh, but his partner is kidnapped by gangsters who want the painting back. Now, the thief must devise a plan to rescue his friend.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.5 - 79
EdmondMovie · 2005 · 82m · Drama, ThrillerEdmond Burke, a seemingly ordinary businessman, visits a fortune teller who says something that deeply affects him. He decides to leave his wife and pursue something he feels he's been missing. Along the way, his interactions with various people, some good, some bad, erode his carefully constructed composure. Eventually, Edmond's long-held anger erupts into violence.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 80
Law Abiding CitizenMovie · 2009 · 109m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerDriven to desperation by a lenient plea bargain that releases the person responsible for his family's deaths, a man chooses to seek vengeance. His targets extend beyond the killer to include the district attorney and those who facilitated the agreement.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 81
John QMovie · 2002 · 116m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeJohn Quincy Archibald is a father and husband whose son is diagnosed with an enlarged heart. He later learns a transplant is not possible due to HMO insurance denial. Consequently, he takes a hospital full of patients hostage, demanding the hospital prioritize his son for the donor list.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 82
Brooklyn's FinestMovie · 2010 · 132m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThe NYPD's 65th Precinct polices the tough Brownsville neighborhood, particularly the Van Dyke housing projects. Three officers there grapple with the difficult choices between what's legal and what's just.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 83
Waru: The EndMovie · 2006 · 107mYouji Himuro re-emerges from seclusion and confronts a formidable new adversary from a competing martial arts school.IMDb 6.0 - 84
Alpha 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.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 85
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.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.1 - 86
Before the Devil Knows You're DeadMovie · 2007 · 117m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerTwo brothers plan to rob their parents' jewelry store, but the heist quickly unravels. The botched robbery sets off a chain of events that dramatically impacts the entire family.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 87
Lord of WarMovie · 2005 · 122m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerYuri Orlov is a weapons dealer who travels the world's most dangerous areas, constantly evading a determined Interpol agent, his competitors, and even some of his clients – including many of the world’s most powerful dictators. Ultimately, he is forced to confront his own moral choices.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 88
HostageMovie · 2002 · 10m · Action, Crime, ThrillerAn FBI agent recruits a skilled driver to resolve a hostage crisis. A disgruntled employee has kidnapped a CEO and is demanding $5,088,042. The Driver delivers the money, writing the amount on his hand as directed. After being told he's holding a life in his hands, he's ordered to burn the money. As he does, federal agents raid the scene, and the hostage-taker shoots himself. Before dying, he reveals the woman's location. The Driver races to find her before she drowns in a sinking car trunk. It’s revealed the kidnapped woman is the hostage-taker’s lover, who then taunts him as he lies dying in the hospital.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.5 - 89
The Ice HarvestMovie · 2005 · 88m · Crime, Comedy, DramaA lawyer with questionable ethics plans a Christmas Eve heist to defraud a local crime syndicate. However, his partner, who owns a strip club, seems to have alternative intentions for the stolen money.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 90
Swimming PoolMovie · 2003 · 102m · Crime, ThrillerA British crime novelist retreats to her publisher's luxurious French estate to find peace and write her next novel. Her solitude is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of the publisher's daughter, leading to unforeseen problems and ultimately, a crime.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 91
SpunMovie · 2003 · 101m · Crime, Drama, ComedyIn three days, Ross, a college dropout struggling with crystal-meth addiction, meets a colorful cast of characters – including a stripper named Nikki and her boyfriend, the town's meth manufacturer, known as The Cook. But beneath it all, Ross's primary goal is to reconnect with his former girlfriend, Amy.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 92
ElectionMovie · 2005 · 101m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerFollowing his defeat in the election for chairman of the Wo Lin Shing triad, a gang leader retaliates by attempting to take control of the dragon-head baton – the symbol of leadership.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 93
ShooterMovie · 2007 · 124m · Drama, Action, ThrillerBob Lee Swagger, a highly skilled Marine sniper, retires from the military after a disastrous mission and lives in isolation. He's persuaded to return when a government official asks for his help in preventing an assassination attempt on the President. But Swagger is betrayed, framed for the plot, and becomes the target of a nationwide manhunt. He goes on the run to find the true assassin and uncover who orchestrated the setup, ultimately seeking revenge against powerful figures.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 94
Lilya 4-everMovie · 2002 · 109m · Drama, CrimeIn a struggling post-Soviet community, Lilya, a teenage girl, is abandoned when her mother moves to the United States with her boyfriend. Facing neglect and poverty, she meets Andrei, who offers her a job in Sweden, giving her hope for a better life and a journey that will change everything.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 95
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.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 96
No Country for Old MenMovie · 2007 · 122m · Crime, Thriller, WesternIn the Texas desert, Llewelyn Moss finds a shocking scene: dead bodies, two million dollars, and a large quantity of heroin. This attracts the attention of Anton Chigurh, a relentless and methodical killer who wants the money back. Meanwhile, local Sheriff Ed Tom Bell begins investigating. The pursuit of the money and the pursuit of justice intertwine, creating a dangerous game where the lines between hunter and hunted become increasingly unclear.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0 - 97
Mystic RiverMovie · 2003 · 138m · Thriller, Crime, DramaThe lives of three men, who have been friends since childhood, are upended when one of them experiences a devastating family loss.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 98
BrotherMovie · 2000 · 113m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA Japanese Yakuza gangster, accustomed to a life of violence in Japan, is exiled to Los Angeles. There, he finds refuge with his younger brother and the brother's gang.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 99
American PsychoMovie · 2000 · 102m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA successful New York investment banker keeps a hidden side from his colleagues and friends: a darker, more violent personality. He increasingly indulges in disturbing, irrational fantasies.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 100
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.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3