Best crime movies to watch now

Here are some of the best crime movies to watch now:

1. The Godfather (1972): This classic film by Francis Ford Coppola is considered one of the greatest movies of all time. It follows the Corleone family and their involvement in organized crime in New York City.

2. Goodfellas (1990): Martin Scorsese directs this crime drama based on the true story of Henry Hill, a mobster who becomes an FBI informant. The movie stars Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, and Joe Pesci.

3. The Departed (2006): This Oscar-winning film by Martin Scorsese features an all-star cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, and Jack Nicholson. It tells the story of two moles, one working for the police and one working for the Irish mob.

4. Heat (1995): This crime thriller directed by Michael Mann stars Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. The movie explores the lives of two men on opposite sides of the law, one a cop and one a criminal, as their paths cross and they become obsessed with each other.

5. The Silence of the Lambs (1991): This psychological horror-thriller directed by Jonathan Demme won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It stars Jodie Foster as a young FBI trainee who must interview a cannibalistic serial killer (played by Anthony Hopkins) in order to catch another serial killer on the loose.

6. Pulp Fiction (1994): This Quentin Tarantino classic is known for its non-linear storytelling and iconic dialogue. The movie follows several interconnected storylines involving gangsters, hitmen, and other criminals in Los Angeles.

7. The Usual Suspects (1995): This crime mystery directed by Bryan Singer features an ensemble cast, including Kevin Spacey and Benicio Del Toro. The film follows a group of criminals who are brought together for a heist, only to find themselves embroiled in a larger conspiracy.

8. City of God (2002): This Brazilian crime drama directed by Fernando Meirelles tells the story of a young boy growing up in a violent favela in Rio de Janeiro. The movie is based on real events and features a mostly non-professional cast.

9. No Country for Old Men (2007): This Coen Brothers film won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It stars Javier Bardem as a ruthless hitman who is pursued by a sheriff (played by Tommy Lee Jones) in rural Texas.

10. The French Connection (1971): This classic crime thriller directed by William Friedkin stars Gene Hackman as a New York City detective who is determined to bust a drug trafficking ring. The movie is known for its iconic car chase scene.