Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to I Always Wanted to Be a Gangster List
- Goodfellas - A classic gangster film depicting the rise and fall of mob associates.
- The Sopranos - A critically acclaimed series that explores the life of a mob boss and his family.
- Scarface - A story of crime and ambition, focusing on a Cuban immigrant's rise in the drug trade.
- Casino - A film about the operation of a Las Vegas casino run by mobsters.
- The Irishman - A lengthy exploration of organized crime in post-war America, based on the true story of a mob hitman.
- Peaky Blinders - A British series about a gang in post-WWI Birmingham and their ambition for power.
- A Bronx Tale - A coming-of-age story set in the Bronx, influenced by organized crime figures.
- The Godfather - An epic saga of a Mafia family and the complexities of crime and loyalty.
- Narcos - A series that chronicles the rise of drug cartels in Colombia and the law enforcement's efforts to control them.
- Once Upon a Time in America - A sprawling crime drama that tells the story of Jewish gangsters in New York.
- Boardwalk Empire - A series that delves into the criminal underworld during the Prohibition era in Atlantic City.
- The Departed - A gripping crime thriller about moles within the police and a crime syndicate.
- Blow - The true story of the rise and fall of drug lord George Jung.
- American Gangster - Based on the true story of a heroin dealer in the 1970s, showing his rise to power.
- Gomorrah - An Italian series that presents the dark and gritty life of the Camorra crime syndicate.
- Trainspotting - While primarily about heroin addiction, it shares themes of crime and life's struggles.
- The Wire - An exploration of Baltimore's drug scene through the eyes of both law enforcement and drug dealers.
- City of God - A Brazilian film depicting the growth of organized crime in Rio de Janeiro's slums.
- The Town - A heist film about a group of robbers and the battle against a determined FBI agent.
- Training Day - A gritty look at police corruption and gang culture in Los Angeles.
- Baby Driver - Combines crime with a thrilling sense of style and music, revolving around a getaway driver.
- Sin City - An adaptation of Frank Miller's graphic novel that showcases crime and moral ambiguity.
- Mickey Blue Eyes - A romantic comedy involving the Mafia, participating in a mix of crime and humor.
- The Friends of Eddie Coyle - A crime drama about the Boston mob scene and the struggle to survive criminal life.
- Donnie Brasco - A true story of an undercover FBI agent infiltrating the mob.
- Out of Sight - A crime romance involving a bank robber and a federal marshal with a clever narrative style.
- The Untouchables - A tale of law enforcement challenging organized crime during Prohibition.
- Road to Perdition - A poignant story about a hitman and his son during the Great Depression.
- Layer Cake - A British crime thriller that delves into the drug trade and organized crime.
- Killing Them Softly - A crime drama examining the underworld of hitmen and the impact of the economic crisis.
- In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale - An adventure film that features themes of revenge and crime, albeit in a fantasy setting.
- The Infiltrator - A story based on true events of a U.S. Customs official who infiltrates the drug trade.
- The Boondock Saints - A cult classic about vigilante justice intertwining with criminal themes.
- Evil Genius - A true crime documentary series about a bank heist turned deadly.
- A History of Violence - Explores themes of violence and the consequences of crime on family life.
- Prisoners - A tense thriller involving crime, morality, and the desperate lengths people will go.
- The Brothers Bloom - A con artist film filled with humor, deception, and a complex plot.
- The Godfather Part II - Continues the saga of the Corleone family, depicting both past and present crime and ambition.
- Narc - A gritty police procedural focusing on narcotics undercover operations and the toll it takes.
- The Outsider - This series tackles crime and the ensuing investigation with supernatural elements.
- Blood In Blood Out - Set in the criminal underworld of Los Angeles, exploring themes of loyalty and betrayal.
- Young Guns - A Western featuring a group of young outlaws navigating the criminal landscape.
- The Fast and the Furious - While primarily focused on street racing, it incorporates crime and gang elements.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1990 | United States of America | Biography | 1273730 | 8.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 2 |
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1999 | United States of America | Crime | 484655 | 9.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 3 |
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1983 | United States of America | Crime | 928328 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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1995 | France | Crime | 570912 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 5 |
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2019 | United States of America | Biography | 436641 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Crime | 666692 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 7 |
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1993 | United States of America | Crime | 164536 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 8 |
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1972 | United States of America | Crime | 2040040 | 9.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 9 |
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2015 | United States of America | Biography | 477729 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 10 |
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1984 | United States of America | Crime | 381788 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2010 | United States of America | Crime | 205091 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 12 |
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2006 | Hong Kong | Drama | 1438060 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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2001 | United States of America | Biography | 276996 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2007 | United States of America | Drama | 457466 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 15 |
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2014 | Italy | Crime | 45086 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 16 |
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1996 | United Kingdom | Drama | 732000 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 384058 | 9.3 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 18 |
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2002 | Brazil | Drama | 809417 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Crime | 419660 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2001 | United States of America | Crime | 478763 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 21 |
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2017 | United Kingdom | Action | 622617 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 22 |
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2005 | United States of America | Thriller | 797228 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 23 |
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1999 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 38376 | 5.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 24 |
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1973 | United States of America | Crime | 12384 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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1997 | United States of America | Biography | 335723 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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1998 | United States of America | Comedy | 100344 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 27 |
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1987 | United States of America | Crime | 334061 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 286757 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2004 | United Kingdom | Drama | 197853 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2012 | United States of America | Crime | 154188 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 31 | 2007 | Canada | Adventure | 51415 | 3.8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
| 32 |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Biography | 79511 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 33 |
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1999 | Canada | Action | 252338 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 34 |
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2018 | United States of America | Crime | 31492 | 7.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 35 |
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2005 | Germany | Drama | 255429 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 36 |
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2013 | United States of America | Crime | 824685 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 37 |
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2008 | United States of America | Adventure | 52805 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 38 |
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1974 | United States of America | Crime | 1379840 | 9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 39 |
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2002 | Canada | Crime | 43513 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 40 |
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2020 | United States of America | Crime | 100932 | 7.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 41 |
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1988 | United States of America | Action | 68998 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 42 |
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2001 | Germany | Action | 424316 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
