Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The American List
- The Man from U.N.C.L.E. - Like 'The American', it features a spy protagonist with a complex moral compass in a stylish setting.
- The Bourne Identity - Centers around a skilled operative with a mysterious past trying to uncover his identity while being pursued.
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy - A slow-burn espionage thriller that explores themes of betrayal and loyalty, similar to the atmospheric tension in 'The American'.
- Road to Perdition - Focuses on a hitman dealing with moral dilemmas and personal relationships, akin to the lead character's struggles in 'The American'.
- No Country for Old Men - Contains themes of fate and moral ambiguity, featuring a cat-and-mouse game with a lethal antagonist.
- Body of Lies - Features espionage and the convoluted world of intelligence operations, reflecting 'The American's' themes.
- Michael Clayton - A legal thriller centered on an antihero facing ethical dilemmas, reminiscent of the themes in 'The American'.
- Ronin - Involves a team of skilled mercenaries with a focus on complex plot twists and a gritty aesthetic.
- The Spy Who Came in from the Cold - An introspective, dark take on espionage, similar to the tone and narrative style of 'The American'.
- A Most Wanted Man - A tense espionage drama focusing on moral ambiguity and intelligence operations, reflecting similar themes.
- The Constant Gardener - Involves themes of personal loss amidst a backdrop of espionage and corruption.
- Sicario - Explores complex moral choices within a violent landscape, echoing the internal conflicts seen in 'The American'.
- The November Man - Involves an ex-CIA operative pulled back into a dangerous game of espionage, similar to 'The American'.
- Wind River - Combines a thriller narrative with themes of isolation and darkness, featuring complex characters.
- Haywire - Follows a female operative with combat skills facing betrayal, maintaining an intense and gritty atmosphere.
- Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - Features a strong antihero on a quest for revenge, and highlights intense action and a unique stylistic approach.
- The Departed - Involves undercover work and complex character relationships within a crime-infested setting.
- Atomic Blonde - Capable, complex characters within a spy setting featuring stylish action sequences, reminiscent of the protagonist in 'The American'.
- Blacklist - Focuses on high-stakes crime and espionage with a protagonist harboring deep secrets, Channeling similar vibes.
- Ray Donovan - Involves dark themes of family and crime, entwined with personal struggles, mirroring the protagonist's journey.
- Nikita - Features a strong female lead navigating the complexities of espionage and personal conflict, echoing similar narratives.
- The Catcher Was a Spy - Combines tension and espionage with a focus on a historically based character with a dual life.
- Cloak & Dagger - Explores themes of secrecy and morality through the lens of espionage, sharing a connection to 'The American'.
- The Night Manager - Involves complex espionage plots with a focus on moral conflict and stylish execution.
- Jack Ryan - A classic character navigating the world of intelligence and national security with personal stakes involved.
- The Blacklist - Follows an enigmatic figure involved in espionage operations, drawing parallels to protagonist journeys.
- The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - Character-driven narrative focused on a legendary figure, similar to the meditative tones of 'The American'.
- Killing Them Softly - A crime film that deals with themes of betrayal and the underbelly of society similarly to 'The American'.
- The Killing - A tense police procedural filled with moral ambiguity and compelling character arcs.
- Mindhunter - Explores the psychological aspects of crime and morality through a character-driven storyline and somber tone.
- The Bridge - Features crime and deep character studies in a tense atmosphere, similar to the depth of 'The American'.
- Luther - Involves dark storytelling and a flawed protagonist navigating the crime world, reflecting themes of isolation.
- Narcos - Explores the drug trade and its moral implications through powerful storytelling akin to 'The American'.
- Gomorrah - A gritty exploration of organized crime in Italy, delving into deep character studies and moral conflict.
- Fargo - Combines dark themes with a mix of crime, deception, and moral complexity in a unique storytelling style.
- Ozark - Follows a family's descent into the criminal underworld, highlighting moral dilemmas and character depth.
- The Wire - A deep, character-driven examination of crime and morality in a gritty urban environment.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2015 | United States of America | Action | 337425 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 2 |
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2002 | United States of America | Action | 581870 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 3 |
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2011 | France | Drama | 213896 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 286757 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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2007 | United States of America | Crime | 1075900 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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2008 | United States of America | Action | 241028 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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2007 | United States of America | Drama | 175057 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 8 |
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1998 | United Kingdom | Action | 197003 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 9 | 1965 | United Kingdom | Drama | 18989 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 10 |
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2014 | United Kingdom | Crime | 80966 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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2005 | China | Drama | 149417 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 |
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2015 | Mexico | Action | 484672 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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2014 | United Kingdom | Action | 70950 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 14 |
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2017 | France | Crime | 283937 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 15 |
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2011 | Ireland | Action | 90149 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2003 | United States of America | Action | 1209380 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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2006 | Hong Kong | Drama | 1438060 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2017 | Hungary | Action | 208928 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 19 |
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2019 | Thailand | Action | 268 | 7.1 | Serie | Ended | |
| 20 |
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2013 | United States of America | Crime | 94340 | 8.3 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 21 |
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2010 | Canada | Action | 54193 | 7.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 22 |
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2018 | United States of America | Biography | 12305 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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1984 | United States of America | Action | 8583 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 24 |
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2016 | Spain | Crime | 105226 | 8 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-MA |
| 25 |
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2013 | United States of America | Crime | 282373 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 26 | 2007 | Canada | Drama | 194193 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 27 |
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2012 | United States of America | Crime | 154188 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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2011 | United States of America | Crime | 125250 | 8.3 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 29 |
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2017 | United States of America | Crime | 344617 | 8.6 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 30 |
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2011 | Denmark | Crime | 77731 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 31 |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Crime | 155724 | 8.4 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 32 |
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2015 | United States of America | Biography | 477729 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 33 |
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2014 | Italy | Crime | 45086 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 34 |
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1996 | United Kingdom | Crime | 733442 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 35 |
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2017 | United States of America | Crime | 353176 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 36 |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 384058 | 9.3 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
