Movies like Public Enemies

Set in the 1970s, American Gangster follows the true story of Frank Lucas, a heroin kingpin from Manhattan who is pursued by a principled detective. Fans of Public Enemies will appreciate the meticulous period detail and the cat-and-mouse dynamic between law enforcement and a notorious criminal.

Although lighter in tone, Catch Me If You Can tells the true story of Frank Abagnale, a con artist pursued by the FBI. The clever evasion tactics and period setting might appeal to those captivated by John Dillinger's storyline in Public Enemies.

This modern crime thriller focuses on the intense struggle between the Massachusetts State Police and the Irish Mob. While set in a different era, fans of Public Enemies will likely appreciate The Departed for its complex characters and gritty portrayal of law enforcement infiltration and deception.

Heat features a high-stakes game of cat and mouse between a seasoned detective and a professional robber. Viewers who savored the strategic confrontations in Public Enemies will find Heat's elaborate heist sequences and psychological battles just as thrilling.

Lawless is the true story of the Bondurant brothers who run a bootlegging operation during Prohibition in Virginia. The themes of brotherhood, law enforcement, and the criminal underworld will resonate with those who enjoyed Public Enemies.

This film chronicles the efforts of Eliot Ness and his team of special agents to bring down Al Capone during the Prohibition era. Like Public Enemies, The Untouchables is a stylish, historical crime drama that pits determined lawmen against infamous gangsters.

This classic crime film follows the infamous criminal couple in the Great Depression as they embark on a series of bank robberies. It shares Public Enemies' interest in the romanticization and reality of outlaw life during a bygone era.