Movies like Gangster Squad

American Gangster tells the true story of Frank Lucas, a heroin kingpin in Harlem during the 1970s. The movie's blend of crime, policing, and moral complexity will attract those captivated by Gangster Squad's depiction of the struggle to uphold justice.

L.A. Confidential immerses you in 1950s Los Angeles, where police corruption and Hollywood glamour go hand in hand. Fans of Gangster Squad's stylish depiction of post-war Los Angeles and its underworld will appreciate the film's similar setting and tone.

Once Upon a Time in America explores the lives of Jewish ghetto youths who rise to prominence in New York's world of organized crime. The film's epic scope and exploration of crime over decades will appeal to fans of Gangster Squad's larger-than-life gangster narrative.

The Untouchables takes viewers back to Prohibition-era Chicago, where law enforcers battle infamous mobster Al Capone. Like Gangster Squad, it combines historical drama with intense action and strong performances.

Road to Perdition centers on a mob enforcer and his son as they seek vengeance against a mobster who betrayed them. If you're drawn to Gangster Squad's themes of loyalty and revenge within the criminal world, this film will resonate with you.

Public Enemies showcases the life of notorious bank robber John Dillinger during the Great Depression. If you enjoyed the cat-and-mouse game between the cops and mobsters in Gangster Squad, this movie's focus on the FBI's pursuit of criminals should similarly thrill.

Miller's Crossing is a stylish gangster film about a power struggle between two rival gangs during the Prohibition era. With its sharp dialogue and complex characters, it is bound to captivate viewers who enjoyed the strategic and violent clashes in Gangster Squad.