Movies like American Gangster

The Godfather is a cinematic masterpiece that tells the story of the Corleone mafia family and their struggle to maintain power. Viewers who appreciate the criminal empire-building aspect of American Gangster will find a lot to love here.

Scarface follows the rise and fall of Tony Montana, a Cuban immigrant turned powerful drug lord in Miami. Its uncompromising depiction of the drug trade and the protagonist's fierce ambition make it a logical next watch for fans of American Gangster.

The Departed is about the gritty underworld of Boston crime, rife with double-crosses and moral ambiguity, much like the complex world presented in American Gangster, making it equally compelling.

Heat showcases the lives of a seasoned detective and a master thief on opposite sides of the law. It offers intense action sequences and a detailed look at crime and law enforcement not unlike American Gangster.

Casino offers a detailed depiction of the gambling industry and the mob's connection to it through the eyes of a casino boss, exhibiting the same fascination with the intersection of legitimate business and criminal enterprise found in American Gangster.

Training Day explores the corruptive nature of power within the LAPD, presenting a gritty, morally ambiguous perspective on law enforcement that will resonate with viewers who appreciate the complexities of American Gangster's characters.

Blow recounts the life of George Jung, a man who established the American cocaine market in the 1970s. Like American Gangster, it's a crime drama that examines the intricacies of drug trafficking and its impact on the protagonist's life.