72 Classic Gangster Films

This film is based on the true story of the infamous 1957 mob summit in upstate New York. Vito Genovese brought together over 50 leaders from different organized crime groups to the quiet town for discussions about future expansion. Their…

Set in Brooklyn, this true story follows Henry Hill, a young man of Irish and Sicilian heritage, as he gets involved with a local gang. He earns the trust of Jimmy Conway and climbs the ranks of the Mafia, experiencing…

In the summer of 1976, thirty-six bombs explode in Cleveland as a violent conflict erupts between Irish mobster Danny Greene and the Italian mafia. Based on a true story, Kill the Irishman tells the story of Greene's ascent from a…

In 1970s Las Vegas, Sam "Ace" Rothstein, a skilled casino manager, is put in charge of the Tangiers Casino by his mafia bosses. Ace initially succeeds, making the casino a profitable center for gambling and entertainment. But over time, complicated…

Real Gangsters follows the Lo Giacamo family, a powerful criminal organization in New York City. The family is led by cousins Vincent and Jack Lo Giacamo, who manage their dangerous business and control their large family through contrasting approaches.

Set in Brooklyn, 1985, this story follows three friends who have known each other their whole lives. Against the backdrop of organized crime, they grapple with issues of love, grief, and faithfulness.

This underworld drama tells the story of Louis "Lepke" Buchalter, the notorious head of "Murder Incorporated." Starting as a young thief, a prison sentence shaped his future in crime. Upon release, Lepke and his associate Gurrah Shapiro join a gang…

A team of criminals uses the internet and satellite technology to execute the most ambitious bank robbery ever committed by the Mafia.

FBI agent Mark Kaminsky is forced to leave the bureau after using aggressive tactics with a suspect. Seeking a new beginning, he becomes sheriff of a peaceful North Carolina town. His life changes when FBI Chief Harry Shannon, grieving the…

Mike Sullivan is a hit man for crime boss John Rooney, whom he considers a father figure. When his son witnesses a murder, Sullivan goes on the run to protect his son and seek revenge on those who betrayed him.

Set in New York City's Lower East Side, the film follows a former Jewish gangster who returns after more than thirty years away from the Prohibition era. Now older and haunted by memories, he must confront the consequences of his…

In 1934 New York City, this drama follows the world of "the numbers," a popular illegal lottery in Harlem. When Madam Queen, the woman who runs it, is arrested, Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson, a driven gangster, takes over. Bumpy struggles to…

During the Great Depression, bank robber John Dillinger gains popularity with many Americans struggling through hard times. However, he also becomes a major problem for J. Edgar Hoover and the new FBI. Determined to capture Dillinger, Hoover declares him Public…

In a harsh city, Clarence unexpectedly marries Alabama, a woman working in sex work. Together, they discover a supply of cocaine and decide to sell it in Hollywood, hoping for a better life. But the original owners of the cocaine…

Facing a final investigation by the FBI, the aging Meyer Lansky is suspected of hiding millions accumulated over decades. The retired gangster recounts a compelling story, revealing the previously unknown details of his life as the powerful head of Murder…

In 1960s Bronx, New York, a teenage boy is torn between his devotion to his father, a hardworking and honest man, and the dangerous appeal of a charismatic crime boss. As he struggles with this conflict, he also experiences a…

A sheriff struggles to maintain order when a desperate family man and his brother-in-law stage a violent robbery at a pill mill, drawing the attention of a New Orleans mafia enforcer.

Four sons of prominent New York gangsters are sent to a remote Montana town. Their mission: to recover a bag of money held by a corrupt local sheriff who controls the community.

In the turbulent years of Newark, New Jersey, young Anthony Soprano's adolescence coincides with a power shift in the city's criminal underworld. As rival gangsters emerge, challenging the established DiMeo crime family, Anthony finds himself drawn to his uncle, Dickie…

The film follows Charlie, portrayed by Raymond J. Barry (Training Day), a criminal planning a final heist. When his carefully planned crime goes wrong, Charlie escapes to Los Angeles to find refuge with his estranged son, Danny, played by Michael…

This biographical crime drama tells the story of Ben 'Bugsy' Siegel, a New York gangster known for his style and ruthlessness. During a trip to Los Angeles, Siegel becomes involved with Hollywood and develops a complex relationship with Virginia Hill,…

In 1940s New York, rival Mafia bosses Frank Costello and Vito Genovese battle for dominance over the city's criminal empire. Once close allies, their friendship fractures due to personal rivalries and betrayals, leading them down a path of escalating violence.…

"The Krays" explores the story of Ronald and Reginald Kray, twin brothers who became notorious gangsters in 1960s London. Born into a difficult family, they rose through the ranks of organized crime, using their intelligence and violence to dominate the…

As the powerful head of a mafia family appears to be losing control, his family becomes the target of escalating attacks. His son, Frankie, must uncover the identity of those orchestrating the attacks before the entire family is destroyed.

In 1935, the film follows young Billy Bathgate as he unexpectedly enters a world of romance and crime, becoming the apprentice to rising gangster Dutch Schultz. Billy's life changes dramatically as he discovers the exciting world of organized crime and…

During Prohibition, a crew of Boston gangsters moves their operations to Florida's warm climate. They navigate rival criminal organizations and the dangers posed by the Ku Klux Klan.

The film depicts the dangerous world of drugs, crime, and power in Miami during the peak of the cocaine trade. Tony Montana makes a deal for a green card by assassinating a Cuban government official, launching his ruthless climb into…

A hardened private investigator, Malone, confronts gangsters and their enforcers to safeguard a crucial secret. He endures immense danger to protect the information, while also delivering his own brand of retribution.

This gritty biography follows the rise of brutal and infamous Mafia gangster John Gotti (Danny Nucci). Told from the perspective of Salvatore Polisi (Jason Gedrick), owner of the Sinatra Club where Gotti's crew gathers, the story details Gotti's relentless climb…

This 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…

This film chronicles the formative years of two young, aspiring boxers in London. Quickly rising through the ranks, they become notorious figures, feared and respected throughout the city. Narrated by a surviving close friend, the story details their ascent to…

"The Untouchables" is a compelling crime drama about Elliot Ness, a determined federal agent determined to bring down Al Capone, the notorious head of Chicago's criminal underworld. Battling widespread corruption and political obstacles, Ness forms a team of honest officers…

In 1929, two powerful men clash over a woman, threatening their political partnership. The city's fate has long rested on their alliance – the boss and his advisor have shaped its politics from the shadows. But when both men fall…

In 1920s America, a world of organized crime and corrupt police, "Sugar" Ray runs a hidden casino and struggles to survive. He faces dangerous gangsters and dishonest lawmen who want to destroy his empire. In this era of deception and…

Back in Hell's Kitchen, New York, after ten years away, Terry Noonan reconnects with Jackie, a childhood friend now deeply involved with the Irish mob. As Terry navigates his return to the city, he unexpectedly rekindles a passionate romance with…

Two close friends with dreams of becoming professional boxers are drawn into a money-laundering operation by a minor criminal organization.

In 1956 Pennsylvania, Frank Sheeran, an Irish war veteran working as a truck driver, crosses paths with mob boss Russell Bufalino. Becoming Bufalino's trusted associate, Frank is dispatched to Chicago to assist Jimmy Hoffa, a powerful union leader with ties…

To 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…

After a disastrous heist, five criminals find themselves facing certain execution.

An ambitious FBI agent infiltrates a notorious mafia family, blurring the lines between his duty and loyalty. Deep within the criminal underworld, he begins to identify with the mafia life, struggling to maintain his cover while questioning his own morality.…

Sammy "The Bull" Gravano was a mobster who began as a low-level enforcer. His skill for violence, including the murders of close friends, his wife's brother, and his boss, Paul Castellano, propelled him to become the underboss of the Gambino…

Fresh out of prison, Bobby returns to the world of organized crime. Faced with a pivotal choice, he uncovers a truth he's been unable to perceive.

A retired gangster learns that Freddie Mays, an old associate, is being released from prison after thirty years. The news stirs up memories of his youth, specifically of a man who joined Freddie's gang – a man he both admired…

The Krays brothers return in Fall of the Krays, continuing the story after Rise of the Krays. Having built their criminal empire, the brothers face increasing difficulties and personal instability. They must fight to maintain their power as one police…

This is the true story of Whitey Bulger, the brother of a state senator and South Boston's most notorious violent criminal. He secretly worked as an FBI informant to dismantle a Mafia family that was trying to take over his…

John Gotti's ascent to power within New York's criminal underworld culminates in his becoming the head of the Gambino crime family. His life becomes marked by hardship, including personal loss, several legal battles, and a lengthy prison term.

This film chronicles the life of labor leader James R. Hoffa, as seen through the eyes of his close friend Bobby Ciaro. It portrays Hoffa's persistent struggle against the Railway Trustees Association and his complicated relationship with President Roosevelt. The…

In 1960s London, the charismatic but unpredictable Reggie Kray and his volatile twin brother Ronnie begin building a reputation in the city's criminal world. They use violence to achieve their goals, planning robberies and murders while controlling nightclubs and running…

An English auctioneer seeks entry into high society by marrying the daughter of a powerful mafia kingpin. As their relationship deepens, he discovers their love comes with a dangerous cost: escalating demands from the criminal world that challenge his values…

A tense thriller about Carlo, a former criminal, who is kidnapped by five wealthy young men. They want $2 million to save a friend's sister from danger. Held captive, Carlo uses psychological tactics to destabilize his captors. This creates distrust…

Jackie Cogan is a hired muscle tasked with restoring stability after three inexperienced criminals disrupt a Mafia-protected card game, triggering a breakdown of the city's criminal underworld.

A young gangster in Boston (Ben Barnes) begins taking actions behind the back of his boss (Harvey Keitel), putting everyone close to him at risk.

Harlem, New York City, is a neighborhood where crime and community overlap. A drug dealer, wanting to leave his criminal life behind for a fresh start with his girlfriend, breaks away from his partner and brother. This decision draws the…

This drama tells the story of a man who, after a prison sentence for drug involvement and violence, is determined to change his life upon release. Originally from Puerto Rico but living in New York City, he faces many challenges…

In a world built on tradition and loyalty, John Gotti, an ambitious leader in the New York mafia, challenges the established rules of the criminal underworld. His determination and new tactics lead him to become the head of the powerful…

Facing an American extradition order, notorious organized crime boss Meyer Lansky reflects on his life while seeking refuge in a country willing to accept him.

Phillip Molinari Senior quietly assembled a powerful organized crime empire spanning the decades from after Prohibition to the Carter administration. His influence stretched far beyond his home base in the coal country of Albany, NY, and the neighborhoods of Queens,…

This is the story of Paul Castellano, a powerful figure who rose to become the head of organized crime in New York City, and the events that led to his downfall.

A Russian teenager living in London dies giving birth, leaving behind a diary filled with clues. These clues suggest a connection between her child and a violent rape committed by a Russian mob family.

A retired assassin and a disgraced detective find their lives connected when a final assignment offers a chance to resolve a long-standing conflict.

This is the true story of Richard Kuklinski, a notorious contract killer who lived a double life as a devoted family man.

On Valentine's Day, 1929, Al Capone makes a bold move to control Chicago's criminal underworld. His enforcers, posing as police, carry out a brutal ambush, killing key members of Bugs Moran's gang in a north-side garage. The film explores the…

In Las Vegas, Jack Carter works as a hired hand for the mob. He returns to Seattle for his brother's funeral and discovers the death wasn't an accident – it was murder. Driven by this revelation, Carter begins a violent…

This is the true story of Jack DiNorscio, a mobster who chose to represent himself in court, resulting in a trial that became the longest in U.S. Mafia history.

Newly paroled after a 28-year prison sentence for accidentally killing a crime boss's son, former gangster Val reconnects with his old partners, Doc and Hirsch, for a night out. As they revisit familiar places and reminisce about their past, Val…

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, the film follows a group of friends who get drawn into the city's criminal world. Starting with small hustles, their ambition leads them to organized crime. The story explores friendship, loyalty, and betrayal as…

Carlito Brigante, destined to become a notorious gangster, is drawn into the dangerous world of New York's criminal element. With the help of his partners, he rapidly rises through the ranks to become the most powerful figure in Spanish Harlem.…

The film follows the Corleone family, an Italian-American crime family, from 1945 to 1955. Vito Corleone, the family's head, survives an assassination attempt. As his health declines, his youngest son Michael steps up to defend the family and seek revenge…

The Corleone family story continues with a young Vito Corleone's upbringing in Sicily and later, in 1910s New York. Decades later, in the 1950s, Michael Corleone seeks to broaden the family's operations into new territories: Las Vegas, Hollywood, and Cuba.

In 1979, aging mafia boss Michael Corleone grapples with the shifting world of organized crime in New York and Italy. Haunted by his past, he seeks a path to redemption while mentoring a young protégé, sharing his experience and facing…

Los Angeles, 1949. Mickey Cohen, a ruthless mob boss from Brooklyn, controls the city's underworld, profiting from drugs, weapons, prostitution, and gambling. He maintains power through a network of corrupt police and politicians, intimidating even seasoned officers. But a small,…