Originally by Ranker FilmList RulesVote for your personal favorite Gangster films, regardless of how popular or successful they were at the box office.
Everyone knows that gangster movies are some of the most entertaining films out there -- so if you’re looking for a list of the BEST gangster movies of all time, we’ve got you covered!
It’s pretty obvious that gangster movies focus on gangs and have a large element of organized crime, and may focus on large criminal organizations or perhaps a smaller gang, but they all have an element of illegal activity, which is what makes them so exciting. And the best part is, a lot of these movies are streaming on Netflix and Amazon Prime!
So, what’s better, the Pusher trilogy or Goodfellas? Or perhaps you’re more of a Godfather fan… but then, which Godfather movie is the best? That’s a heavily debated topic, but you can weigh in by voting on the titles below -- vote your favorite gangster movies up to help them move to the top of the list, and if you think any of the gangster films below are currently ranking too high, vote them down to move them lower until they’re swimming with the fishes. And if we forgot any of the best gangster movies, then you can add them to the list -- just keep in mind that we have our own Godfather, of sorts, and if he doesn’t give you his blessing, we’ll have to take a hit out on your addition (in other words, any additions are subject to moderation).
But enough yappin’, if you’re looking for the best gangster movies to watch, from old school flicks to modern mobster movies, this list has got you covered!
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1,325213Goodfellas
Robert De Niro, Samuel L. JacksonGoodfellas is a 1990 American crime film directed by Martin Scorsese. It is a film adaptation... more
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1,001165The Godfather Part II
Al Pacino, Robert De NiroThe Godfather Part II is a 1974 American epic crime film produced and directed by Francis Ford... more- 3781138
The Godfather
Al Pacino, Marlon BrandoThe Godfather is a 1972 American crime film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, based on the... more - 4869241
Casino
Sharon Stone, Robert De NiroCasino is a 1995 American drama film directed by Martin Scorsese. It is based on the... more - 5716257
The Departed
Leonardo DiCaprio, Jack NicholsonThe Departed is a 2006 American crime drama film directed by Martin Scorsese, and a remake of... more - 6816318
Scarface
Al Pacino, Michelle PfeifferScarface is a 1983 American crime drama film directed by Brian De Palma, and a remake of the... more - 7376128
Donnie Brasco
Johnny Depp, Al PacinoDonnie Brasco is a 1997 American film directed by Mike Newell and starring Al Pacino and... more - 8337107
A Bronx Tale
Robert De Niro, Joe PesciA Bronx Tale is a 1993 American drama film set in the Bronx during the turbulent era of the... more - 9446173
Reservoir Dogs
Quentin Tarantino, Steve BuscemiReservoir Dogs is a 1992 American ensemble crime film that depicts the events before and after... more - 1028191
American Gangster
Denzel Washington, Russell CroweAmerican Gangster is a 2007 American biographical crime film directed by Ridley Scott, based... more - 11593295
Pulp Fiction
John Travolta, Bruce WillisPulp Fiction is a 1994 American crime film directed by Quentin Tarantino. The lives of two mob... more - 12555290
The Untouchables
Robert De Niro, Sean ConneryThe Untouchables is a 1987 American drama film directed by Brian De Palma and written by David... more - 13406176
Carlito's Way
Al Pacino, Sean PennCarlito's Way is a 1993 American drama film directed by Brian De Palma, based on the novels... more - 14439241
Gangs of New York
Cameron Diaz, Leonardo DiCaprioGangs of New York is a 2002 American fictionalized historical drama film set in the mid-19th... more - 15252141
Once Upon a Time in America
Jennifer Connelly, Robert De NiroOnce Upon a Time in America is a 1984 Italian epic drama film co-written and directed by... more - 1618977
Snatch
Brad Pitt, Benicio del ToroSnatch is a 2000 comedy film written and directed by Guy Ritchie, featuring an ensemble cast.... more - 17311178
Road to Perdition
Tom Hanks, Daniel CraigRoad to Perdition is a 2002 American thriller film directed by Sam Mendes. The screenplay was... more - 1813265
New Jack City
Chris Rock, Ice-TNew Jack City is a 1991 American action crime film directed by Mario Van Peebles. In his rise... more - 1911862
King of New York
Christopher Walken, Steve BuscemiKing of New York is a 1990 thriller film, starring Christopher Walken, Laurence Fishburne,... more - 2010024
The Irishman
Robert De Niro, Al PacinoThe Irishman is a 2019 American epic biographical crime film directed by Martin Scorsese and... more - 2111776
Public Enemies
Johnny Depp, Christian BalePublic Enemies is a 2009 American film directed by Michael Mann and written by Mann, Ronan... more - 229766
Lawless
Jessica Chastain, Tom HardyLawless is a 2012 American drama film directed by John Hillcoat. The screenplay by Nick Cave... more - 236944
The Iceman
Michael Shannon, Winona RyderThe Iceman is an American crime thriller film based on the true story of longtime notorious... more - 249347
Menace II Society
Samuel L. Jackson, Jada Pinkett SmithMenace II Society is a 1993 drama/hood film and the directorial debut of twin brothers Allen... more - 25160125
On the Waterfront
Marlon Brando, Eva Marie SaintOn the Waterfront is a 1954 American drama film about union violence and corruption amongst... more
