164 Crime Films from the 2000s
162 titles
- 101
Pistol OperaMovie · 2001 · 112mA deadly assassin finds herself targeted by her own colleagues, who are eliminating rivals to climb the ranks. She must fight for survival as they try to eliminate her.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 102
AgitatorMovie · 2001 · 150m · Crime, Drama, ActionA young Yakuza member terrorizes customers at a nightclub owned by a rival crime family, and he soon turns up dead. This sparks retaliation between the families, leading to the death of a powerful crime boss. Driven by grief and rage, the volatile Kenzaki vows revenge. The resulting violence escalates, and the death toll rises dramatically.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 103
The OpportunistsMovie · 2000 · 90mVic, a mechanic burdened by debt and a history of safe-cracking, is offered a lifeline by his girlfriend, who wants to lend him her savings for a bar remodel. Hesitant to accept, Vic finds his plans complicated when a distant cousin from Ireland unexpectedly appears, leading them to consider one final, risky job together.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 104
JumpMovie · 2008 · 102mJUMP is a psychological drama that reveals, for the first time, the unusual events surrounding the unfair murder trial of Philippe Halsman, the young Jewish man who would later become one of the most famous celebrity portrait photographers of his time.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.0 - 105
The Guys from ParadiseMovie · 2001 · 114mTakashi Miike directs this intense prison drama, said to be inspired by true stories of Japanese people incarcerated overseas.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 106
Pride and GloryMovie · 2008 · 130m · Crime, Drama, MysteryThis is a story about a family of New York City police officers spanning several generations. Their strong sense of right and wrong is challenged when Ray Tierney investigates a case exposing a major scandal of corruption within the police department, involving his own brother-in-law. For Ray, uncovering the truth unleashes a series of revelations that threaten to destroy both his family's history and the reputation of the entire NYPD.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 107
The Life of David GaleMovie · 2003 · 130m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA man who opposes the death penalty is convicted of killing a fellow activist and sentenced to death.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 108
TsotsiMovie · 2005 · 94m · Crime, DramaTsotsi, a young man growing up in the Johannesburg ghetto, left his home as a child to escape his parents. Now a teenage gangster, he steals a car and discovers a baby in the back seat. Tsotsi takes the child under his care, and through this unexpected responsibility, begins to question his life of crime.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 109
The Piano PlayerMovie · 2002 · 91mThis is the story of a businessman who secretly launders money for a powerful Mafia boss, and the gangster who serves as his bodyguard. It explores the complex relationship that develops between them.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.1 - 110
TrafficMovie · 2000 · 147m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeThis film examines the U.S. war on drugs through several viewpoints. The newly appointed head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy confronts a personal crisis when his intelligent daughter secretly struggles with cocaine use within their seemingly perfect suburban life. In Mexico, an honest police officer decides to risk everything to expose a powerful general's collaboration with a drug cartel. Meanwhile, in San Diego, a wealthy woman accustomed to luxury must navigate the dangerous world of her husband's drug empire after his arrest, jeopardizing her privileged existence.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 111
What? Where? When?Movie · 2004 · 122m · Action, Thriller, CrimeAfter his entire team is killed by a group of reckless young men, disgraced Hong Kong police inspector Wing spirals into alcoholism. He must rely on his new, troubled rookie partner to overcome his demons and hunt down the gang responsible, and their dangerous leader.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 112
FrailtyMovie · 2002 · 100m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeA mysterious man seeks out an FBI agent and shares his past. He describes how his father, a devout fanatic, claimed to receive visions instructing him to kill people he believed were "demons." The man recounts his childhood experiences under his father's influence.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 113
American GangsterMovie · 2007 · 157m · Drama, CrimeThis film is loosely inspired by the life of Frank Lucas, a gangster who operated in La Grange, North Carolina. He smuggled heroin into the U.S. using flights returning from the Vietnam War. His activities eventually drew the attention of a task force headed by Newark Detective Richie Roberts, who worked to bring him down.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 114
The Three Burials of Melquiades EstradaMovie · 2005 · 121m · Adventure, Crime, DramaAfter Texas border officer Mike Norton mistakenly kills and buries Pete Perkins' friend and ranch hand, Pete is compelled to fulfill a promise he made to bury Melquiades Estrada in their hometown in Mexico. Pete kidnaps Norton, and together they journey on horseback to Mexico to exhume Estrada's body.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 115
The NegotiatorMovie · 2003 · 107mFollowing a convenience store robbery, three unidentified men take hostages at a hospital. Inspector Ishida and Captain Tohno lead the negotiations while Lieutenant Ando investigates their motives. Flashbacks reveal key information to the audience. After the negotiations conclude peacefully, the authorities lose sight of the criminals. The story then shifts, revealing a deeper narrative driven by themes of love and revenge.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 116
SonnyMovie · 2002 · 110m · Crime, DramaNew Orleans, 1981. Sonny Phillips returns home after being discharged from the Army. He's spent his life as a male escort for his mother, but he's determined to change. A job promised by a fellow soldier falls through, leaving him trapped with no easy way to leave his past behind.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.0 - 117
TendernessMovie · 2009 · 101m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA seasoned police officer investigates the past, trying to determine if a troubled teenager committed the murder of his family. Meanwhile, a lost fifteen-year-old boy becomes fascinated by the young man.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.2 - 118
Infernal Affairs IIMovie · 2003 · 119m · Action, Thriller, CrimeThis film explores the violent conflict within the Triad organizations as Hong Kong transitions back to Chinese rule in 1997, events that ultimately lead to the story of the first movie.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 119
Bangkok DangerousMovie · 2008 · 99m · Action, Crime, ThrillerAssassin Joe relies on local contacts for his jobs. In Bangkok, he partners with street kid Kong, who becomes his main assistant. After Kong is attacked, he asks Joe to train him, and unexpectedly, they both become targets for a group of killers.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.2 - 120
21Movie · 2008 · 123m · Drama, CrimeBen Campbell, a bright M.I.T. student determined to succeed, aims for a scholarship to Harvard Medical School. He discovers he can't afford the $300,000 tuition due to his working-class background. However, his unconventional math professor introduces him to a small, secretive group of five students – Jill, Choi, Kianna, and Fisher – who are secretly being trained by Professor Rosa to count cards at blackjack.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 121
The Good ThiefMovie · 2003 · 108m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA seasoned gambler, down on his luck, plans a casino heist in Monte Carlo. However, authorities are already aware of his intentions, anticipating his move before he even begins.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 122
Inside 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.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 123
WonderlandMovie · 2003 · 104m · Crime, Mystery, DramaOn July 1, 1981, Los Angeles police responded to a distress call on Wonderland Avenue and found four people murdered. The subsequent police investigation revealed two conflicting accounts of what happened before the brutal killings, both implicating the famous porn actor, John Holmes.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 124
Rampage: The Hillside Strangler MurdersMovie · 2006 · 85mIn the late 1970s, Los Angeles is gripped by fear as Kenneth Bianchi, a serial rapist and killer, gives interviews to psychiatrist Samantha Stone. Stone, who is struggling with personal problems, must examine Bianchi's claims of having multiple personalities to solve the case. As she investigates, she’s forced to confront the gruesome details of his crimes, including a terrifying incident that happens right at her home.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.4 - 125
The DepartedMovie · 2006 · 151m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeTo dismantle South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police recruit an undercover officer, unaware that the syndicate has already infiltrated their ranks. As the cop gains the trust of the mob's leader, a seasoned criminal climbs the ranks within the police force. Soon, both sides realize a traitor is operating within their midst.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.2 - 126
Suspect ZeroMovie · 2004 · 99m · Crime, ThrillerAn FBI agent investigates a series of murders and discovers a disturbing pattern: the victims are all other serial killers.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5 - 127
AppaloosaMovie · 2008 · 115m · Drama, Western, CrimeTwo friends are hired to maintain order in a struggling small town controlled by a powerful rancher. Their work becomes more complicated with the arrival of a young widow.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 128
Perfume: The Story of a MurdererMovie · 2006 · 147m · Crime, Fantasy, DramaIn 18th century Paris, Jean-Baptiste Grenouille is born with an extraordinary sense of smell. He becomes a master perfumer, crafting unparalleled fragrances. But driven by an obsessive quest for the perfect scent, his pursuit leads him down a dark and dangerous path as he seeks to capture and preserve the very essence of life.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 129
25th HourMovie · 2002 · 135m · Crime, DramaThe day before starting a seven-year prison term, a New York drug dealer reflects on his life. He revisits his past, his relationships, and the decisions that caused him to end up in prison, all set against the backdrop of a city recovering from 9/11.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 130
I Sell the DeadMovie · 2008 · 85m · Comedy, Drama, HorrorIn 18th-century France, two grave robbers face imminent execution. With limited time remaining, Arthur Blake recounts his life story to Father Francis Duffy. He reveals how he began his career in the illicit trade of corpses with the experienced criminal Willie Grimes.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 131
UntraceableMovie · 2008 · 101m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryFBI Special Agent Jennifer Marsh works in an elite cybercrime division. She believes she's encountered every kind of online threat, until a uniquely cruel criminal emerges. This tech expert broadcasts live video of his crimes on a website; each view the site receives shortens the victim’s life. Marsh and her team must locate the killer quickly, or the victims will die.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 132
Boy AMovie · 2008 · 106m · Crime, DramaAfter serving time in juvenile detention for killing a child, Jack Burridge gets a job as a delivery driver and starts a relationship with a co-worker, Michelle. While making deliveries, he helps a lost girl find her family and becomes a local hero. However, when a newspaper publishes his past, Jack faces the outrage of people who are afraid for their children's safety.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 133
ZodiacMovie · 2007 · 157m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerFor ten years, editors at the San Francisco Chronicle become consumed by the Zodiac Killer case. As the years pass, however, professional interest fades. The Killer ceases his public communication. But convinced he holds the key to the remaining mysteries, an amateur cartoonist from the early sightings races against time to stop what he believes will be another killing.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 134
QuicksandMovie · 2003 · 94m · Action, Crime, DramaA driven compliance executive from a New York bank travels to Monaco to look into suspicious deposits from a foreign bank. There, she encounters a struggling movie star who has fallen into a world of crime.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.7 - 135
The Man in WhiteMovie · 2003 · 95mFollowing the murder of his father, a yakuza boss who raised him, Azusa Moribe embarks on a violent path of revenge. He systematically targets those responsible.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4 - 136
Deadly LessonsMovie · 2006 · 137mA secretive college professor, Simon Conjurer, leads a group of troubled students on a path to understanding themselves. Their journey takes a dangerous turn when Simon is falsely accused of murder by Dr. Crazx, a highly acclaimed psychiatrist with a dark history and a talent for psychological manipulation.IMDb 2.6TMDB 2.9 - 137
The City of Lost SoulsMovie · 2000 · 102m · Action, Crime, DramaBrazilian-Japanese gangster Mario helps his Chinese girlfriend Kei avoid deportation from Japan. They flee to Tokyo's vibrant Japanese-Portuguese neighborhood, seeking a way out of the country with a Russian mobster. To earn the mobster's favor, they plan a heist: intercepting a major drug deal between the Chinese Mafia and the Yakuza.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 138
Deadly Outlaw: RekkaMovie · 2002 · 96mWhen Kunisada's father and leader in the Yakuza is murdered, he and his closest friend embark on a two-man quest for revenge. They systematically eliminate other Yakuza bosses, eventually leading them to a final showdown with those responsible for the old man's death.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 139
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New OrleansMovie · 2009 · 122m · Drama, CrimeSergeant Terrence McDonagh of the New Orleans Police receives a medal and a promotion to lieutenant for heroism displayed during Hurricane Katrina. The incident, however, results in a back injury and a subsequent addiction to prescription pain medication. McDonagh becomes entangled with a drug dealer suspected of murdering a family of African immigrants.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 140
WaruMovie · 2006 · 84mAfter serving time for his past as a gangster, a man takes a job with a mysterious group. Their leader takes him under his wing, and together they fight crime and strive for peace. This puts them on the run from powerful families in Japan. Unexpectedly, they may find assistance from the police.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.8 - 141
The Italian JobMovie · 2003 · 110m · Action, CrimeCharlie Croker executes a daring heist, but a betrayal throws his plans into chaos. Partnering with a stunning safecracker, Croker and his crew embark on a second attempt to reclaim the stolen goods. Their pursuit leads them on a thrilling, high-speed chase throughout Los Angeles.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 142
Middle MenMovie · 2009 · 105m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeThe film follows Jack Harris, an early figure in online business, as he grapples with his conscience while navigating a world filled with deceitful individuals: con artists, organized crime figures, drug users, and those involved in pornography.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 143
Zero Woman 2005Movie · 2004 · 81mRei, a highly skilled detective in the Metropolitan Police Department's '0' section – an organization dedicated to reopening old cases – struggles to recover her lost memories from training while investigating a human trafficking ring. When a dangerous virus falls into the hands of terrorists, public safety dispatches Sarah Kodama, a molecular biology and computer expert, to collaborate with Rei. Rei, however, refuses to work with Sarah. Intrigued by Rei's enigmatic nature, Sarah investigates her past, seeking information from Rei's former boss, Asami. Instead, she encounters an assassin plotting the downfall of the '0' section. What becomes of Sarah? And what secrets lie hidden within Rei's forgotten memories?IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.0 - 144
Panic RoomMovie · 2002 · 111m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerDuring a violent home invasion of their New York brownstone, newly divorced Meg Altman and her daughter Sarah are forced into the building's panic room – a secret sanctuary designed for protection. Inside, they find themselves in a terrifying game of cat-and-mouse with three intruders: Burnham, Raoul, and Junior. The intruders aren't interested in the house itself; they're determined to find something specific within the panic room.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 145
CleanerMovie · 2007 · 88m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryTom Cutler is a single father who works as a death scene cleaner. While cleaning a home after a violent shooting, he discovers he may have accidentally destroyed important evidence. This puts him in the middle of a dangerous criminal cover-up.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 146
BubbleMovie · 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 - 147
Der Mörder ist unter unsMovie · 2003 · 88mIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 148
The Black DahliaMovie · 2006 · 121m · Crime, Thriller, DramaIt's 1940s Los Angeles. Two former boxers now working as police officers face a world of corruption, self-centeredness, scandalous movies, and dysfunctional families while hunting for the person who murdered a promising young actress.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 149
We Own the NightMovie · 2007 · 118m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerA New York nightclub manager must protect his brother and father when they become targets of Russian mafia assassins.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 150
The Oxford MurdersMovie · 2008 · 107m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerAt Oxford University, a professor and a graduate student team up to prevent what appears to be a series of murders connected by mathematical symbols.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 151
Michael ClaytonMovie · 2007 · 120m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeWhen a lawyer on a major class-action case against a chemical company suffers a mental breakdown, the firm calls in their specialist to clean up the mess.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 152
Lakeview TerraceMovie · 2008 · 110m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerA young interracial couple's move into a California dream home is disrupted when their next-door neighbor objects to their relationship. A rigid LAPD officer takes it upon himself to monitor the neighborhood, his nightly patrols offering reassurance to some residents but escalating into harassment of the newlyweds. These constant intrusions push the couple to defend themselves.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 153
Ichi the KillerMovie · 2001 · 129m · Action, Crime, HorrorYakuza enforcer Kakihara searches for his missing boss and encounters Ichi, a deeply repressed and dangerously disturbed killer. Ichi possesses a capacity for inflicting pain that intrigues Kakihara, offering a path to the brutal satisfaction he craves.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 154
No Good DeedMovie · 2002 · 97m · Action, Crime, DramaA police detective helping a friend find a missing teenager unexpectedly discovers a strange group of criminals preparing to rob a bank.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4 - 155
SwordfishMovie · 2001 · 99m · Action, Crime, ThrillerFormer special operative Gabriel Shear plans to steal $9 billion from a hidden DEA fund. His goal is to use the money to combat terrorism, but he needs an expert to bypass the government’s security systems. He finds that expert in Stanley Jobson, a talented but unreliable encryption specialist who can access any computer network.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 156
ExiledMovie · 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.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 157
Training DayMovie · 2001 · 122m · Action, Crime, DramaA new narcotics officer begins his career partnering with a seasoned detective who harbors secrets.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 158
Copycat KillerMovie · 2002 · 124mA criminal stalks the country, abducting and killing women. The story follows those who hunt him. The antagonist, Nakai, is portrayed as a calculating and cruel individual who broadcasts his murders to the public through the media.IMDb 4.9TMDB 7.2 - 159
MonsterMovie · 2003 · 109m · Crime, DramaIn 1989, prostitute Aileen Wuornos forms a relationship with a young woman named Selby. Hoping to improve her life, Aileen's lack of education leads her back to working on the streets. After being assaulted, she kills her attacker. This event marks the beginning of a series of murders and robberies, ultimately transforming Aileen into America's first confirmed female serial killer.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 160
Mean CreekMovie · 2004 · 90m · Crime, DramaA group of Oregon teenagers on a celebratory boat trip have a prank in mind for the school bully that quickly escalates. They soon find themselves facing unforeseen repercussions from their actions.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 161
ChangelingMovie · 2008 · 141m · Crime, Drama, MysteryLos Angeles, 1928. A single mother, Christine Collins, leaves her son for work, only for him to disappear. Five months later, the police bring them back together. But Christine begins to suspect the boy returned isn't hers, and her search for answers uncovers a network of corruption.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6 - 162Otokotachi no utaMovie · 2008 · 90mThis collection of short films features: Spaghetti Napolitan by Atsushi Kaneshige, clocking in at 3:15 PM; Iron and Lighthouse, both by Hiroyuki Nakano; and Fuji & Donuts by Yasuhisa Serizawa.
