Movies like The Guard

Part of the Cornetto Trilogy by Edgar Wright, Hot Fuzz satirizes action and buddy-cop genres with a uniquely British twist. For audiences who appreciated the humor and law enforcement themes of The Guard, Hot Fuzz delivers with its own comedic investigation.

From the same writer-director of The Guard, Martin McDonagh, In Bruges presents a dark comedic take on hitmen laying low in Belgium. With its sharp wit and biting humor, fans of The Guard will appreciate the similar tone and the way it explores moral complexities in shadowy professions.

Set in the 70s, The Nice Guys provides a buddy-cop, neo-noir experience full of quips and unlikely friendships. With memorable performances by Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe, fans of The Guard's dynamic pairing and comedic elements will find themselves right at home.

A Coen Brothers' creation, Burn After Reading offers a darkly comic tale packed with misunderstandings and mishaps. The film's intelligence and humor make it a perfect match for fans looking for more of The Guard's sharp wit.

This cult classic about Irish brothers taking on Boston's underworld presents a blend of action and dark comedy. Its vigilante justice theme and sibling chemistry give it a comparable flavor to The Guard's off-kilter law enforcement approach.

Starring Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang serves up a blend of noir detective tropes with razor-sharp dialogue and an irreverent tone. Viewers fond of The Guard's character dynamics and humor will find much to enjoy.

Another Martin McDonagh film, Seven Psychopaths features a twisted sense of humor and meta-commentary on storytelling and violence, much like the self-aware and comedic undertones found in The Guard.