Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to City of God List

  • City of Men - A continuation of City of God, focusing on the lives of two childhood friends growing up in the same Rio de Janeiro slum.
  • Elite Squad - Explores the complex realities of crime and law enforcement in Rio, similar in tone and theme.
  • Trainspotting - Portrays the struggles of individuals in a harsh environment, much like the characters in City of God.
  • Slumdog Millionaire - Focuses on the harsh realities of life in impoverished neighborhoods and the quest for a better life.
  • 12 Years a Slave - Deals with themes of violence and survival in a relentless and unforgiving reality.
  • La Haine - Examines youth violence and social unrest in the suburbs of Paris, similar to the themes of City of God.
  • City of God: 10 Years Later - A documentary revisiting the impact of the original film on the community and its characters.
  • Gomorrah - A gritty depiction of organized crime in Naples, highlighting life's harsh realities much like City of God.
  • American History X - Explores themes of violence, race, and redemption, echoing the struggles in City of God.
  • The Wire - Delves into the drug scene in Baltimore, addressing systemic issues and character-driven storytelling.
  • Scarface - Follows the rise and fall of a drug lord, highlighting themes of crime and ambition.
  • A Prophet - Focuses on a young Arab man navigating the violent underworld of a French prison.
  • Kids - Depicts the lives of youth in a gritty urban environment, showcasing reckless behavior and societal issues.
  • Boys in the Hood - Examines life in a crime-ridden neighborhood in Los Angeles, echoing the themes of youth and survival.
  • Goodfellas - A classic crime drama showcasing the rise through the ranks of organized crime, with intense character studies.
  • Memories of Murder - A gripping tale of a murder investigation in South Korea, filled with social commentary and tension.
  • Blood In, Blood Out - Focuses on gang culture and personal conflict in the Latino community, relatable to the themes in City of God.
  • Requiem for a Dream - Explores addiction and the human condition in a raw and artistic way, similar to City of God.
  • The Motorcycle Diaries - A journey through South America that deals with social injustices, relatable to the backdrop of City of God.
  • Pulp Fiction - An exploration of crime and moral ambiguity with intertwining stories that create a vibrant narrative.
  • Sin Nombre - Follows the journey of immigrants trying to escape violence, paralleling the themes of survival in City of God.
  • Nymphomaniac - Explores the darker sides of human nature and society, similar in its evocative storytelling approach.
  • We Own the Night - Centers around drug trafficking and law enforcement, akin to the crime dynamics in City of God.
  • The Intouchables - A heartwarming story set against a backdrop of social class disparity, like the struggle displayed in City of God.
  • The Town - A crime drama focusing on bank robbers in Boston and their complex lives, exploring similar themes of loyalty and conflict.
  • Rush Hour - Although primarily a comedy, it touches on crime and cultural differences in urban settings.
  • The Place Beyond the Pines - Explores intergenerational crime and moral choices, reflective of the narrative style in City of God.
  • Fruitvale Station - Based on a true story that deals with systemic social issues and personal tragedy in a touching manner.
  • Boyz n the Hood - A coming-of-age story deeply ingrained in the realities of youth and violence in urban America.
  • The Purge - Explores societal breakdown and moral dilemmas, resonating with the fight for survival seen in City of God.
  • The Revenant - A visually stunning exploration of survival against all odds, reminiscent of City of God's intensity.
  • Memento - Explores the complexities of identity and memory, with a deep character focus similar to City of God.
  • Shutter Island - A psychological thriller that delves into darkness and mystery, echoing the atmosphere of City of God.
  • Casino - Delves into organized crime and its impact on personal lives, sharing thematic similarities with City of God.
  • Once Upon a Time in America - An epic tale of crime and brotherhood exploring moral complexity and personal tragedy.
  • The Wire - Focuses on various aspects of crime and social issues in America, metaphorically similar to City of God.
  • My Son the Killer - A documentary that investigates the impact of crime and violence within families and communities.
  • Ninja Thy Neighbor - A dramatic exploration of community and violence that reflects some of the themes found in City of God.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
City of Men
City of Men
106 min
2007 Brazil 16387 7.2 Movie Released
2
Elite Squad
Elite Squad
115 min
2007 Brazil 111640 8 Movie Released R
3
Trainspotting
Trainspotting
94 min
1996 United Kingdom 732000 8.1 Movie Released R
4 2008 United Kingdom 882520 8 Movie Released R
5 2013 United States of America 747033 8.1 Movie Released
6
La Haine
La Haine
98 min
1995 France 200196 8.1 Movie Released
7 2013 Brazil 1519 6.4 Movie Released
8
Gomorrah
Gomorrah
48 min
SS 5 EP 58
2014 Italy 45086 8.6 Serie Ended TV-MA
9 1998 United States of America 1197920 8.5 Movie Released R
10
The Wire
The Wire
60 min
SS 5 EP 60
2002 United States of America 384058 9.3 Serie Ended TV-MA
11
Scarface
Scarface
169 min
1983 United States of America 928328 8.3 Movie Released R
12
A Prophet
A Prophet
155 min
2009 France 102788 7.8 Movie Released
13
Kids
Kids
91 min
1995 United States of America 85581 7 Movie Released NC-17
14
GoodFellas
GoodFellas
145 min
1990 United States of America 1273730 8.7 Movie Released R
15 2003 South Korea 221898 8.1 Movie Released
16 2000 United States of America 909017 8.3 Movie Released NR
17 2004 Argentina 105191 7.7 Movie Released R
18
Pulp Fiction
Pulp Fiction
154 min
1994 United States of America 2248450 8.9 Movie Released R
19
Sin Nombre
Sin Nombre
96 min
2009 Mexico 34165 7.5 Movie Released R
20 2007 United States of America 93568 6.8 Movie Released R
21 2011 France 940617 8.5 Movie Released R
22
The Town
The Town
125 min
2010 United Kingdom 419660 7.5 Movie Released R
23
Rush Hour
Rush Hour
98 min
1998 United States of America 299239 7 Movie Released PG-13
24 2013 United States of America 293107 7.3 Movie Released R
25 2013 United States of America 86396 7.5 Movie Released
26
Boyz n the Hood
Boyz n the Hood
112 min
1991 United States of America 156880 7.8 Movie Released R
27
The Purge
The Purge
86 min
2013 France 242657 5.7 Movie Released R
28
The Revenant
The Revenant
157 min
2015 Canada 884846 8 Movie Released R
29
Memento
Memento
113 min
2000 United States of America 1336770 8.4 Movie Released
30
Shutter Island
Shutter Island
138 min
2010 United States of America 1480590 8.2 Movie Released
31
Casino
Casino
179 min
1995 France 570912 8.2 Movie Released
32 1984 United States of America 381788 8.3 Movie Released
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