Movies like Witness

Those who appreciate the undercover aspects and the tension between different worlds in Witness would enjoy The Departed, a film about deep undercover assignments and the impact on the individuals caught between their job and their safety, set against the backdrop of Boston's organized crime scene.

Similar to Witness, Insomnia is a tightly woven thriller that pits its protagonist against a dangerous criminal element while also dealing with personal and moral dilemmas, all set within a small town's confines where the sun doesn't set.

Similar to Witness, A History of Violence explores themes of identity and concealment within a small-town setting. Viggo Mortensen's character must confront his hidden past, leading to a collision between his newly formed existence and the violence he left behind, akin to the suspenseful dichotomy seen in Witness.

The Fugitive echoes the high-stakes tension of Witness, offering another thrilling chase as Dr. Richard Kimble, wrongfully accused of his wife's murder, works to clear his name. Fans of the cat-and-mouse pursuit in Witness will appreciate the relentless pursuit led by a determined U.S. Marshal played by Tommy Lee Jones.

Cop Land presents a sheriff investigating corruption within his own department in a New Jersey town, drawing an outsider into its depths. This theme of confronting the wrongdoing in a close-knit community connects it to the suspense and moral complexity found in Witness.

Eastern Promises, much like Witness, delves into undercover operations and the clash of cultures. The film follows a nurse who stumbles upon evidence against a Russian crime family, leading to a dangerous investigation that intertwines with organized crime rings.