Serpico [1973]
Based on both a sobering and inspiring true story about police corruption, Serpico is a gritty and realistic thriller that’s still relevant.
Police Movies
Maniac Cop [1988]
Featuring one hell of a villain, Maniac Cop is an unashamedly B horror movie about a serial killer prowling the seedy New York streets.
State of Grace [1990]
Gritty and realistic, State of Grace is an underrated neo-noir thriller following an undercover cop trying to take down the Irish mob.
16 Blocks [2006]
A bit sloppy and forgettable but with a couple of cool gimmicks, 16 Blocks is a mildly entertaining action movie still worth checking out.
The Night of the 12th [2022]
The Night of the 12th is a realistic and slow-burning French procedural thriller using grisly murder to ask questions about our society.
WolfCop [2014]
Highly entertaining, easy to watch, and just so damn cool, WolfCop is a charming indie horror comedy masterpiece you simply must watch!
The Negotiator [1998]
Too contrived at times but never boring, The Negotiator is an intense hostage situation movie benefiting greatly from its experienced cast.
Black and Blue [2019]
Featuring a generic story and characters, sleek police thriller Black and Blue offers enough thrills and action to keep you engaged.
Year of the Dragon [1985]
Set in New York’s Chinatown, Year of the Dragon is a gritty police thriller with impactful visuals, an intense atmosphere, and an epic vibe.
Bright [2017]
Stylish and visually impressive, Bright takes the buddy cop dynamic and blends it with the fantasy world with surprisingly good results.
Blitz [2011]
Cliched but gritty, Blitz is a standard-issue serial killer movie featuring a familiar cast and enough meat on the bones to keep you engaged.
Narc [2002]
Narc is a classic example of a gritty police thriller done right featuring a phenomenal cast, dark atmosphere, and quite a story to tell.