Best Gangster Movies Streaming on Netflix Now

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There’s something about gangster movies that just pulls you in. Maybe it’s the danger, the drama, or watching someone rise to power in a world where trust is a luxury and enemies are everywhere.

These movies go deep into what people will do for power, respect, or revenge. Some are action-packed, others make you think. Either way, they leave a mark long after the credits roll.

Demon City (2025)

Demon City kicks off with a bang. A former hitman is brutally attacked, left comatose for 12 years, and wheelchair-bound—but that doesn’t stop him from hunting down those who wronged him.

The story’s not heavy on words, but the action speaks loudly. It’s brutal, stylish, and totally gripping. If you’re into fast-paced, no-mercy revenge flicks, this one hits the mark.

The Highwaymen (2019)

We all know Bonnie and Clyde, but what about the guys who stopped them? The Highwaymen follows two ex-Texas Rangers who come out of retirement to bring the famous outlaws to justice.

It’s a slower, more thoughtful take on a familiar story. You get to see the toll the job takes and how the old school of law enforcement handled things when rules were just suggestions.

Ferry (2021)

Ferry takes you back to the early days of a drug enforcer working for a Dutch kingpin. He heads home for a mission, but things get messy when old grudges and new enemies mix.

This movie shows how even hardened criminals have roots that haunt them. It’s gritty and personal, showing a guy who’s tough on the outside but totally thrown off by his past catching up to him.

El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019)

If you were left wondering what happened to Jesse after Breaking Bad ended, El Camino brings the closure you’ve been waiting for. It’s tense, emotional, and Aaron Paul completely nails it.

You see Jesse trying to escape physically and mentally from everything he’s been through. It’s quiet in moments but hits hard, especially for fans who’ve been on this ride since the beginning.

The Gentlemen (2019)

This one’s for fans of smooth-talking criminals and sharp suits. A marijuana mogul in London wants to sell his empire, but when word gets out, everyone scrambles to take a piece of the pie.

Guy Ritchie packs this film with twisty plots, fast dialogue, and characters you can’t take your eyes off. It’s clever, cool, and keeps you guessing with every new double-cross.

The Irishman (2019)

The Irishman tells the story of Frank Sheeran, a hitman whose job kept him close to some of the biggest crime names in history. Over time, the choices he makes start to weigh him down.

With De Niro, Pacino, and Pesci together again, this one’s all about loyalty, regret, and how time doesn’t forgive. It’s long, but it’s the kind of movie you’ll remember long after it ends.

Rogue City (2020)

In Marseille, the line between cops and criminals is barely there. Rogue City follows a special police unit caught up in a web of corruption, gang wars, and their own messy decisions.

The action is fast, the stakes are high, and no one’s completely clean. It’s gritty and chaotic, showing how doing the right thing isn’t always so simple when everyone’s playing dirty.

My Name Is Vendetta (2022)

When his family is attacked, a quiet man reveals his past as a mafia enforcer. With his daughter by his side, he sets out for revenge, and nothing will stop him.

It’s a revenge story with heart. You get brutal action scenes, but also the bond between a father and daughter learning to survive and fight back. It’s emotional and intense all the way through.

Scarface (1983)

Say hello to one of the most iconic gangster movies ever made. Scarface follows Tony Montana, a Cuban immigrant who claws his way to the top of Miami’s drug scene.

It’s flashy, violent, and completely over-the-top. Al Pacino’s performance is legendary, and the movie doesn’t shy away from showing how power can destroy everything if you chase it without limits.

The Outsider (2018)

After World War II, an American soldier finds himself drawn into Japan’s Yakuza. The Outsider follows his journey from stranger to full-blown gangster in a world where trust comes slowly and betrayal comes fast.

It’s quiet, moody, and slow-building. Jared Leto plays a man trying to prove himself in a place where the rules are strict and the price for breaking them is deadly.

Gangster’s Paradise: Jerusalema (2008)

Lucky Kunene starts off with small scams but soon takes over entire buildings in Johannesburg. Gangster’s Paradise is about ambition, survival, and making it big in a world stacked against you.

The movie mixes real-life inspiration with gritty storytelling. It’s smart, intense, and takes you inside a side of South Africa that’s rarely shown on screen, where power doesn’t come easily.

Donnie Brasco (1997)

Donnie Brasco is all about living two lives. Johnny Depp plays an undercover FBI agent who gets so deep into the mob, he starts caring for the very people he’s supposed to take down.

Al Pacino plays the aging gangster who takes him under his wing, and the story hits hard as the lines between duty and friendship blur. It’s tense, emotional, and completely gripping.

The Night Comes for Us (2018)

This movie is intense from start to finish. When a top-level enforcer turns on his gang to protect a little girl, it sparks a brutal war filled with nonstop action and unforgettable fight scenes.

It’s bloody, bold, and not for the faint of heart. But underneath the violence is a story about redemption, sacrifice, and doing the right thing even when it costs everything.

American Gangster (2007)

Frank Lucas runs Harlem’s heroin trade with discipline and style, but that doesn’t keep him off Detective Richie Roberts’ radar. American Gangster is a slick, smart crime drama based on real events.

With Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe going head-to-head, the movie digs into what it takes to build an empire and how it all unravels when two strong-willed men collide.

If you’re a fan of powerful performances and unforgettable stories, don’t miss the best Denzel Washington movies you must watch to see this legend at his finest.

Many fans were surprised to learn why Denzel gave up chasing Oscars for good, but it reveals a lot about his true passion for storytelling over trophies.

Last Word on Crime

There’s something timeless about a good gangster story. Maybe it’s the power plays, the tough decisions, or watching someone fall after flying too close to the sun. Whatever it is, we keep watching.

These movies aren’t just about crime, they’re about people. They make you think, feel, and maybe even root for someone you know you shouldn’t. That’s the magic of gangster films.

Some titles may look family-friendly at first, but the worst family movies of this era prove that not everything made for all ages hits the mark.

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