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Crime movies

A deep dive into the underworld of gangsters, detectives, and heists where the line between right and wrong blurs.

Subgenres include: Organized Crime, Heist, Con Artist Crime.

191. Ray Donovan: The Movie

Ray Donovan: The Movie
Crime Drama TV Movie Organized Crime Family Drama
6.8
20221h 40minUnited States
Director: David Hollander

Overview

A showdown decades in the making brings the Donovan family legacy full circle. As the events that made Ray who he is today finally come to light, the Donovans find themselves drawn back to Boston to face the past. Each of them struggles to overcome their violent upbringing, but destiny dies hard, and only their fierce love for each other keeps them in the fight.

Themes

Loyalties under strain, Cycles of violence, Protective bonds tested, Family legacy burden, Facing past harms, Harsh upbringing shadow

Available on

Amazon Video
Fandango At Home
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192. Special Delivery

Special Delivery
Action Crime
6.4
20221h 49minSouth Korea
Director: Park Dae-min

Overview

A black-market cabbie drives criminals at breakneck speeds until she is left in charge of a fugitive's son.


193. See for Me

See for Me
Crime Horror Thriller Home Invasion Horror Kidnapping & Captivity Thriller
5.8
20221h 32minCanada
Director: Randall Okita

Overview

When blind former Olympic skier Sophie Scott cat-sits in a secluded mansion, she gets caught in the crossfire of a home invasion scheme. She must rely on a sighted Army veteran via the See for Me app to help her survive the night.

Themes

"movie: see for me. genres: crime, Horror, Thriller, Crime, Horror, Thriller main themes: cat, Mansion, Blind, Cat, Mansion, Blind full keywords list: cat, Mansion, Blind, Home invasion, Safecracker, Security system, Stubbornness, Home alone, Wall safe, Olympic athlete, Blind woman, Skier, Overprotective mother, Remote location, Mother daughter relationship, Army veteran, Independent woman, Robbery crew, Thriller, App, Petsitting, Fight for survival. concept analysis: the film delves into the themes of isolation and the reliance on technology for survival, Highlighting how individuals can find strength in their vulnerabilities. it also examines the dynamics of trust and communication in life-threatening situations, Emphasizing the importance of human connection even in the most challenging circumstances."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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194. How I Fell in Love with a Gangster

How I Fell in Love with a Gangster
Crime Action Drama
6.1
20223h 5minPoland
Director: Maciej Kawulski

Overview

A mysterious woman recounts the rise and fall of Nikodem "Nikoś" Skotarczak, one of the biggest gangsters in Poland's history. Inspired by a true story.


195. 7 Women and a Murder

7 Women and a Murder
Comedy Mystery Crime Whodunit Dark Comedy
5.4
20211h 24minItaly
Director: Alessandro Genovesi

Overview

When the family patriarch is murdered, seven women find themselves trapped together in his mansion to solve the mystery.

Themes

"movie: 7 women and a murder. genres: comedy, Mystery, Crime, Comedy, Mystery, Crime main themes: italy, Patriarch, Remake, Italy, Patriarch, Remake full keywords list: italy, Patriarch, Remake, Murder, Whodunit, Murder mystery, Christmas, Comedy mystery. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of familial loyalty and the complexities of love intertwined with betrayal. it highlights how desperation and hidden truths can lead to tragic consequences, Ultimately questioning the nature of relationships within a family."

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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196. Rhino

Rhino
Drama Crime Thriller
6.6
20211h 40minGermany, Poland
Director: Oleh Sentsov

Overview

Ukraine, 1990s. Young Vova, cruel and tenacious, struggles to find his place among the ruthless members of the underworld in a city where crime and corruption reign.


197. West Side Story

West Side Story
Drama Romance Crime Passionate Romance Tragic Drama
7.1
20212h 36minUnited States
Director: Steven Spielberg

Overview

Two youngsters from rival New York City gangs fall in love, but tensions between their respective friends build toward tragedy.

Themes

Racial prejudice, Interracial relationship, Urban redevelopment pressure, Rival gang conflict, Dancing as social force, New york city tension

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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198. Nightmare Alley

Nightmare Alley
Crime Drama Thriller Con Artist Crime Mind Game Thriller
7.0
20212h 31minUnited States
Director: Guillermo del Toro

Overview

An ambitious carnival man with a talent for manipulating people with a few well-chosen words hooks up with a female psychologist who is even more dangerous than he is.

Themes

Power dynamics and control, Murder consequences, Tarot cards manipulation, Geek exploitation, Deception via carnival, Con artist ambition

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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199. The Unforgivable

The Unforgivable
Drama Crime Psychological Drama Prison Crime
7.1
20211h 52minGermany, United Kingdom
Director: Nora Fingscheidt

Overview

A woman is released from prison after serving a sentence for a violent crime and re-enters a society that refuses to forgive her past.

Themes

Trauma and memory, Deception and disclosure, Prisoner reintegration, Societal judgment, Family loyalty and protection, Justice and mercy

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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200. House of Gucci

House of Gucci
Drama Crime History Biographical History Organized Crime
6.6
20212h 38minCanada, United States
Director: Ridley Scott

Overview

When Patrizia Reggiani, an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Social climbing, Wealth and status, Family betrayal, Inheritance and control, Decadence and revenge

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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