Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Hell Up In Harlem List
- Black Caesar - Both films feature a storyline centered around the rise of a Black gangster in Harlem.
- Foxy Brown - Features a strong Black female lead seeking revenge similar to the themes in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Super Fly - Another classic Blaxploitation film that deals with crime and the drug trade in urban settings.
- Shaft - This film follows a private detective navigating the criminal underworld, paralleling the crime themes in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Dolomite - A cult classic in the Blaxploitation genre focusing on a unique protagonist fighting against the odds.
- The Mack - Explores themes of street life and the underground economy similar to 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Cross 110th Street - Features crime in Harlem and deals with racial themes similar to those in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song - One of the early Blaxploitation films with a focus on Black empowerment and resistance.
- Coffee - A gritty film about a woman taking on the drug cartels, echoing similar themes of empowerment and revenge.
- Girlfriends - While more of a drama, it highlights the experiences of Black women in a similar urban context.
- Get Carter - Both films involve themes of vengeance in a crime-ridden environment.
- American Gangster - Follows the rise of a drug lord, offering a modern take on similar themes of crime and power.
- Carlito's Way - Showcases the life of a criminal trying to escape his past, akin to themes in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Set It Off - Focuses on strong female leads planning a heist, resonating with themes of rebellion against the system.
- New Jack City - Examines the drug trade in a city similar to Harlem during the 80s and its impact on community.
- Boyz n the Hood - Centers around life in a tough neighborhood, highlighting the struggles against crime and violence.
- Paid in Full - Explores the drug scene and its implications within the community, closely related to similar themes.
- Rise of the Footsoldier - A gritty tale of a rise in the criminal underworld, similar to the themes in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Scarface - Focuses on a rise to power in the drug trade, paralleling the character arcs seen in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- City of God - A raw portrayal of gang life in urban settings, reflecting the societal struggles found in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- The Wire - A TV series that explores the drug trade and its influence on the community, similar in depth and theme to 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Snowfall - Delves into the early days of the crack epidemic, relatable in its exploration of urban crime.
- Empire - Revolves around the music industry with deep ties to crime, akin to the themes in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Get Rich or Die Tryin' - A film based on the life of rapper 50 Cent, showcasing struggles in the urban environment similar to 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Training Day - A gripping tale highlighting moral dilemmas in drug enforcement, mirroring strong themes in urban crime.
- Empire of the Sun - Explores survival in a turbulent environment, reflecting the struggles faced by protagonists in 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Bloodsucking Bastards - Mixes comedy with crime, somewhat lighter but draws parallels through urban struggles.
- The French Connection - A classic crime film that deals with the drug trade, resonating with crime-themed narratives.
- Sin City - Explores crime in a stylized fashion, blending violence and a gritty narrative akin to 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Street Kings - Explores police corruption against the backdrop of crime, sharing thematic connections with 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Norbit - Incorporates elements of comedy and urban life, sharing the common theme of community struggles.
- The Departed - Involves undercover operations in a crime-infested city paralleling intense power struggles.
- The Wire: The Complete Collection - Similar themes of crime and community life explored through intense character narratives.
- Blood In Blood Out - Focuses on gang life among Chicanos, offering another urban crime perspective relevant to 'Hell Up In Harlem'.
- Law Abiding Citizen - Examines themes of justice and revenge in a crime-dominated narrative.
- Scarface: The World is Yours - Explores a narrative of crime and power after the events of the iconic film, thematically relevant.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Super Fly
91 min
|
1972 | United States of America | Crime | 9363 | 6.4 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
Shaft
99 min
|
2000 | Germany | Thriller | 85443 | 6 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
Get Carter
112 min
|
1971 | United Kingdom | Thriller | 38791 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
American Gangster
157 min
|
2007 | United States of America | Drama | 487993 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 5 |
Carlito's Way
144 min
|
1993 | United States of America | Drama | 248345 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
Set It Off
123 min
|
1996 | United States of America | Drama | 20443 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 7 |
New Jack City
97 min
|
1991 | United States of America | Thriller | 42374 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
Boyz n the Hood
112 min
|
1991 | United States of America | Drama | 169017 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
Paid in Full
98 min
|
2002 | United States of America | Action | 16330 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
Rise of the Footsoldier
119 min
|
2007 | United Kingdom | Drama | 22904 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
Scarface
170 min
|
1983 | United States of America | Drama | 1018660 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
City of God
129 min
|
2002 | Brazil | Drama | 872359 | 8.6 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
|
2002 | United States of America | Drama | 432136 | 9.3 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 14 |
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 49271 | 8.5 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 15 |
|
2015 | United States of America | Drama | 42664 | 7.4 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 16 |
Get Rich or Die Tryin'
117 min
|
2005 | United States of America | Drama | 54437 | 5.6 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
Training Day
122 min
|
2001 | United States of America | Drama | 518548 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
Empire of the Sun
153 min
|
1987 | United States of America | Drama | 143328 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
Bloodsucking Bastards
84 min
|
2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 7628 | 5.7 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
The French Connection
104 min
|
1971 | United States of America | Drama | 150759 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 21 |
Sin City
124 min
|
2005 | United States of America | Thriller | 821095 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 22 |
Street Kings
109 min
|
2008 | United States of America | Thriller | 127072 | 6.8 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
Norbit
102 min
|
2007 | United States of America | Comedy | 88868 | 4.3 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
The Departed
151 min
|
2006 | Hong Kong | Drama | 1557530 | 8.5 | Film | HD |
| 25 |
Law Abiding Citizen
109 min
|
2009 | United Kingdom | Drama | 345794 | 7.4 | Film | HD |