Imperium [2016]
Saved by the cast and the potency of the issues it explores, Imperium is a thriller about an FBI agent going undercover in a white supremacist gang.
Undercover Cop Movies
Miami Vice [2006]
In attempts to turn Miami Vice, the movie, into a gritty crime thriller, Mann created an uneven mess still worth checking out for the fans of the genre.
Beyond the Law [1993]
Surprisingly competent, Beyond the Law is a gripping thriller based on true events about an undercover cop trying to take down a biker gang.
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.
AKA [2023]
Brutal, intelligent, and engaging, AKA is a superb French action thriller featuring excellent production values and a lot of juicy action.
Cruising [1980]
Dark, brooding, and gritty, Cruising is a masterpiece, an underrated noir thriller following an undercover cop hunting a serial killer.
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.
Rush [1991]
Underrated, realistic, and based on real events, Rush is a story about two undercover cops who gazed into an abyss for too long.
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.
In Too Deep [1999]
Based on a true story, In Too Deep is an engaging and authentic thriller following a young cop who goes undercover trying to get a ruthless drug lord
Deep Cover [1992]
Raw and gritty, In Too Deep is an undercover cop movie set in the hood with an authentic script, juicy atmosphere, and top performances.
I.D. [1995]
I.D. is that gritty and authentic movie about hooligans you’ve been looking for. It’s an excellent character study showing you the transformation into one.