Movies like American Gigolo

Set in the porn industry, Boogie Nights showcases the rise and fall of its characters amidst a backdrop of vice and ambition, akin to the journey Richard Gere’s character experiences in American Gigolo. Its exploration of themes of sexuality and identity will likely intrigue fans of the latter.

Basic Instinct offers the same blend of eroticism and mystery that makes American Gigolo so captivating. The movie's intense sexual energy and complex plotting will appeal to those who appreciated the blend of crime and seduction in American Gigolo.

Nightcrawler delves into the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles, much like American Gigolo does with its setting. With its exploration of a man's rise within a morally dubious profession, this gripping thriller could resonate with fans of the character-driven and seductive narrative of American Gigolo.

Risky Business's darkly comic take on sex and crime in the life of a high school student who gets involved in the world of prostitution presents a similar blend of themes as American Gigolo. It's a tale of seduction and danger that could captivate fans of the genre.

Less Than Zero navigates the moral decay among the young and wealthy in Los Angeles. Like American Gigolo, it offers a stylish, dark look at the consequences of living a life filled with luxury and vice, and should resonate well with fans who are drawn to such narratives.

Body Heat, like American Gigolo, is a steamy neo-noir thriller that oozes with the heat of sexual intrigue and crime. Set in the sweltering Florida heat, it mirrors the sensual and suspenseful atmosphere that fans of American Gigolo would thoroughly enjoy.

Similar to American Gigolo’s critique of high society, The Player provides a satirical take on Hollywood’s elite. With its noir undertones and focus on a corrupted protagonist, this film will satisfy viewers looking for a stylish dive into a character’s complex morality.

Sea of Love pairs a gritty detective story with a strong erotic undercurrent, similar to American Gigolo. Fans seeking another movie that intertwines romance with suspense in a high-stakes investigation will find this Al Pacino-led thriller engrossing.