9 Best Gangster Movies of All Time, Johnny Depp and Al Pacino Acting Together

There are so many must-see gangster movies from the past few decades! Have you seen them all?

Best Gangster Movies of All Time

1. The Godfather
The Godfather is one of the best gangster movies of all time! Francis Ford Coppola’s legendary film features some of the best screen performances and is a fascinating tale of the mafia world.

2. Goodfellas
Goodfellas is often cited as one of the best gangster films of all time, Scorsese’s epic masterpiece never goes out of style. It provides incredible insight into the day-to-day lives of ruthless mobsters who are also family men.

3. The Departed
Another Scorsese masterpiece, this Boston-set gangster film centers on police corruption and infiltration and a constant sense of tension runs throughout the film.

4. Donnie Brasco
Donnie Brasco is arguably one of Johnny Depp’s best performances, this dark and sad gangster film also features Al Pacino at his best as an aging gangster who knows his time is running out.

5. Pulp Fiction
Tarantino’s 1994 masterpiece is a roller coaster of blood, guns and crazy shocks. It also boasts some incredible career-saving and career-boosting performances from the ensemble cast.

6. The Usual Suspects
One of the most complex, intelligent and astonishing films ever made, The Usual Suspects can be watched multiple times and something new learned each time.

7. Scarface
A still-young Al Pacino steals the show as a megalomaniac and ruthless gangster who rises through the ranks. The ending is famously over-the-top and compelling to watch.

8. A Bronx Tale
This 1993 drama stars Robert DeNiro as both actor and director. Written by Chazz Palminteri, who also stars in the film, A Bronx Tale is a compelling coming-of-age drama set in The Bronx, New York.

9. Nameless
The tension in this film is almost unbearable. Our hero may be a gang member, but he also has a conscience, unlike most of his contemporaries. No spoilers, but this film will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time.

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