Shows similar to BMF

While a departure from BMF's basis on real-life events, Breaking Bad's enthralling storyline of a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturing drug dealer captures the metamorphosis of an 'everyman' into a crime lord, providing viewers with intense character development and moral quandaries.

Considered one of the greatest TV shows of all time, The Wire presents a detailed and nuanced portrayal of the city of Baltimore and its relationship with drug trade, politics, and education. Fans of BMF's emphasis on the drug trade and its sociopolitical implications will appreciate The Wire's depth of storytelling.

Set in 1980s Los Angeles, Snowfall tackles the first crack epidemic and its impact on the culture of the city. If BMF's deep dive into the workings of a drug empire intrigued you, Snowfall's similarly serious and gripping narrative on the rise of drugs will too.

This gritty drama series is also produced by Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson and follows the complex life of a nightclub owner who is also a drug kingpin in New York. Fans of BMF's crime and family dynamics will likely be drawn to the show’s exploring of loyalty and ambition in the criminal underworld.

This series chronicles the real-life stories of the drug kingpins of the late '80s and the corroborative efforts of law enforcement to dismantle the business, a compelling and visceral take on the drug trade narrative akin to that presented in BMF.

Following the lives of two drug dealers at an East London housing estate, Top Boy delivers a raw depiction of the attempts to become wealthy while navigating life on the streets, a theme that resonates with BMF's exploration of the pursuit of the American Dream through illicit means.

Empire revolves around a hip hop music and entertainment company and the drama among the founders' family as they fight for control of the empire. Both shows dive into the world of business, family legacy, and music, with a strong dramatic flavor that can captivate a similar audience.

The series follows Teresa Mendoza's rise to power after seeking refuge in America upon the murder of her drug-dealing boyfriend. Like BMF, Queen of the South portrays a powerful tale of dominance in a drug cartel along with the associated challenges and dangers.