Movies like The Informers

Going deeper into the Bret Easton Ellis universe, American Psycho provides a satirical look at materialism and identity in the yuppie culture of the 1980s. With its dark humor and social commentary, lovers of The Informers' bleak depiction of excess may appreciate this film's biting take on a similar era.

The Wolf of Wall Street is a high-energy portrayal of corrupt wealth and moral bankruptcy in the 1990s financial world. The intense performances and chaotic narrative will resonate with those who are drawn to The Informers' world of privilege and depravity.

Boogie Nights brings to life the adult film industry in late '70s and early '80s Los Angeles. Like The Informers, it explores the impact of excess and ambition on a group of flawed characters, offering a compelling period piece full of drama.

Less Than Zero, as with The Informers, is an adaptation of a Bret Easton Ellis novel. It delves into the lives of young, affluent Los Angeles residents who spiral into a world of drugs and despair. Fans of The Informers' exploration of hedonism and moral emptiness in 1980s LA will find a kindred spirit in this film.

Another Bret Easton Ellis adaptation, The Rules of Attraction captures the lives of hedonistic college students. The film's interlinking stories and exploration of dark themes resonate with the narrative style and tone of The Informers.

Wonderland focuses on the real-life 1981 Wonderland Murders in Los Angeles. This crime drama has a gritty atmosphere akin to The Informers, with a strong focus on the darker side of the city's history.

This film takes viewers into the life of a disillusioned magazine writer lost in the fast-paced and drug-fueled nightlife of 1980s Manhattan. Its themes of isolation and existential angst pair well with the story from The Informers.