Movies like Night Falls on Manhattan

American Gangster presents the story of a detective who works to bring down a heroin kingpin. With its focus on both sides of the law, audiences who appreciated the complex characters and moral dilemmas in Night Falls on Manhattan will find much to enjoy here.

Though set on the opposite coast, L.A. Confidential shares with Night Falls on Manhattan the 1950s setting and a similar tale of police officers entangled in a web of corruption, power, and murder, making it an essential watch for fans of crime dramas.

The Untouchables is a historical crime film about the battle between Al Capone and the law. Fans of Night Falls on Manhattan will appreciate the film’s larger-than-life portrayal of lawmen confronting corruption and crime during Prohibition.

Donnie Brasco delves into the life of an undercover FBI agent infiltrating the mob, similar to Night Falls on Manhattan's exploration of undercover work and the personal toll it takes on the characters.

City Hall shows the political machinations and corruption of New York's government and legal system. It complements Night Falls on Manhattan by examining moral compromises and the difficult choices faced by public servants.

Prince of the City centers on a New York detective who gets entangled in a web of corruption and betrayal. Like Night Falls on Manhattan, it provides a deep dive into the ethical quagmires faced by law enforcement officers, making it a must-watch for fans of legal dramas.