Movies like The Newton Boys

American Gangster portrays the rise and fall of Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas. Much like The Newton Boys, it offers a complex narrative of ambition and the American Dream, with rich period details and a conflicted protagonist straddling the line between villain and hero.

The Untouchables takes place during Prohibition and chronicles the efforts of federal agent Eliot Ness to take down Al Capone. With its period setting and theme of law enforcement versus organized crime, it resonates with fans of The Newton Boys.

Set during Prohibition, Lawless follows the bootlegging Bondurant brothers who are willing to do whatever it takes to protect their business. This film shares The Newton Boys' depiction of sibling camaraderie amidst unlawful activities and the pursuit by law enforcement.

Bonnie and Clyde is a classic crime film about the infamous outlaw couple during the Great Depression. Similar to The Newton Boys, it explores themes of love and crime, offering a romanticized take on the lives of American bank robbers.

Public Enemies captures the thrilling escapades of notorious bank robber John Dillinger. Fans of The Newton Boys will appreciate the 1930s setting, the cat-and-mouse game with law enforcement, and Johnny Depp's charismatic lead performance as a bank robber whom the public couldn't help but love.

The Highwaymen flips the script and tells the story of the lawmen who took down Bonnie and Clyde. Similar to The Newton Boys, it's a period piece that focuses on crime in the early 20th century, with a strong emphasis on the characters' pursuit of justice.

Diving into the life of the legendary outlaw, this film examines the complex dynamics between Jesse James and Robert Ford. It shares The Newton Boys' exploration of the myth versus the reality of criminal life in America's past.