
09/05/2025
BEST GANGSTER MOVIES OF ALL TIME
1. The Irishman (2019) – Scorsese’s reflective epic about aging hitman Frank Sheeran; a slow-burn meditation on loyalty, regret, and the passage of time, with powerhouse performances by De Niro, Pacino, and Pesci.
2. The Departed (2006) – A gritty Boston crime thriller full of deception and double-crosses; Scorsese’s Best Picture winner blends tense action with stellar acting from DiCaprio, Damon, and Nicholson.
3. GoodFellas (1990) – A kinetic, stylish masterpiece chronicling the rise and fall of a mobster; iconic for its narration, tracking shots, and unflinching realism.
4. American Gangster (2007) – Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe face off in this polished true-crime drama about Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas; sharp direction and strong character work.
5. The Godfather (1972) – The definitive gangster film; a majestic, operatic tale of family, power, and legacy that forever redefined American cinema.
(Note: This is not a rank but a list of good gangster movies)
Top 5 Hollywood Gangsters Movies of All Time