Movies like New Jack City

American Gangster is a crime epic chronicling the rise and fall of real-life Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas. The robust performance by Denzel Washington and the film's intricate depiction of an American crime saga will intrigue admirers of New Jack City's own crime narrative.

Scarface offers an intense look at Tony Montana's ruthless climb to the top of Miami's drug cartel. While set in a different city and time, the ambition, power struggles, and moral decay central to Scarface's plot are sure to resonate with fans of New Jack City.

Menace II Society is a gripping urban crime drama that delves deep into the violent world of the Los Angeles ghetto. With its stark portrayal of life for young African American men in the early '90s, it captures a gritty realism that fans of New Jack City will appreciate.

Boyz n the Hood offers a poignant look at three friends growing up in South Central Los Angeles. Touching on themes of friendship, violence, and the struggle to escape the grasp of inner-city life, this film resonates with the same hard-hitting impact as New Jack City.

King of New York features Christopher Walken as a drug lord who, after being released from prison, seeks to reclaim his empire in a crime-ridden New York City. Its depiction of a criminal's rise to power and influence makes it a must-watch for New Jack City enthusiasts.

Juice is a taut thriller that follows the story of four Harlem teens whose lives spiral out of control after a robbery goes awry. Its depiction of the consequences of power and masculinity will appeal to those who were riveted by New Jack City's intense narrative.

Paid in Full transports viewers to Harlem in the 1980s, where three friends climb the ranks of the drug trade. Much like New Jack City, it explores the allure and dangers of the drug game and the impact it has on the community.

Belly follows two childhood friends who carve out a drug empire, only to find their relationship tested by the lifestyle's perils. Its stylish cinematography and gritty storyline will strike a chord with fans of New Jack City's exploration of crime and ambition.