Movies like Hoodlum

American Gangster delves deep into the world of Frank Lucas, a Harlem drug lord, and his rise to power. Much like Hoodlum, it offers an intense portrayal of crime syndicates and their influence on society, complete with memorable performances and gritty storytelling.

The Untouchables is a classic gangster film that showcases the battle between Al Capone's empire and federal agent Eliot Ness. Fans of Hoodlum's historical crime story will find The Untouchables equally engaging with its high-stakes drama and period detail.

New Jack City presents a modern take on the crime genre, following a drug lord's rise and fall in New York City. It captures the ruthlessness of urban crime and may appeal to viewers who appreciate Hoodlum's exploration of criminal empires and the complexity of their leaders.

King of New York features a notorious crime lord who, upon his release from prison, seeks to regain control of the city's underworld. Similar to Hoodlum, it follows a powerful, complex antihero and the impact of crime on the community.

Bugsy tells the story of mobster Bugsy Siegel and his dream to build a gambling haven in the desert, which would become Las Vegas. Like Hoodlum, it features a charismatic criminal protagonist and offers insight into the crossover between crime and business.

Mobsters is a film about the rise of Lucky Luciano and his cohorts, exploring the formation of the modern American mafia. Like Hoodlum, it delves into the historical context of organized crime, with a young cast embodying some of the most notorious gangsters of the era.

Set in the same era as Hoodlum, Harlem Nights follows the story of a father and son who run a nightclub while contending with the mob and other threats. The film combines crime drama with comedy, offering a lighter yet still relevant take on the themes of power and corruption.