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1. Cocaine Bear (2023)
R | 95 min | Comedy, Thriller
An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converge on a Georgia forest where a huge black bear goes on a murderous rampage after unintentionally ingesting cocaine.
Director: Elizabeth Banks | Stars: Keri Russell, Alden Ehrenreich, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Ray Liotta
Votes: 107,590
2. Freaky (2020)
R | 102 min | Comedy, Horror, Thriller
After swapping bodies with a deranged serial killer, a high-school senior discovers that she has fewer than 24 hours before the change becomes permanent.
Director: Christopher Landon | Stars: Vince Vaughn, Kathryn Newton, Celeste O'Connor, Misha Osherovich
Votes: 72,525
3. Streets of Fire (1984)
PG | 93 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A mercenary is hired to rescue his ex-girlfriend, a singer who has been kidnapped by a motorcycle gang.
Director: Walter Hill | Stars: Michael Paré, Diane Lane, Rick Moranis, Amy Madigan
Votes: 24,272 | Gross: $8.09M
4. Twisted (I) (2004)
R | 97 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Jessica, whose father killed her mother and committed suicide, is a police officer. While investigating a murder, she finds herself in the center of her own investigation, when her former lovers start being murdered.
Director: Philip Kaufman | Stars: Ashley Judd, Samuel L. Jackson, Andy Garcia, David Strathairn
Votes: 23,116 | Gross: $25.20M
5. The Big Boss (1971)
R | 99 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A young man sworn to an oath of non-violence works with his cousins in an ice factory where they mysteriously begin to disappear.
Directors: Wei Lo, Chia-Hsiang Wu | Stars: Bruce Lee, Maria Yi, James Tien, Marilyn Bautista
Votes: 29,494 | Gross: $0.04M
6. The Return of Swamp Thing (1989)
PG-13 | 88 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
In this tongue-in-cheek sequel, the benevolent bog creature falls for the vegetarian, plant-loving daughter of the evil scientist who created him.
Director: Jim Wynorski | Stars: Dick Durock, Heather Locklear, Louis Jourdan, Sarah Douglas
Votes: 6,311 | Gross: $0.19M
7. Disturbing the Peace (2020)
R | 91 min | Action, Thriller
A small-town marshal who hasn't carried a gun since he left the Texas Rangers after a tragic shooting, must pick up his gun again to battle with a gang of outlaw bikers that has invaded the town to pull off a brazen and violent heist.
Director: York Alec Shackleton | Stars: Guy Pearce, Devon Sawa, Kelly Greyson, Michael Sirow
Votes: 3,594
8. Bad City (2022)
118 min | Action, Crime
Kaiko City is plagued with poverty and crime. When a corrupt businessman decides to run for mayor and starts eliminating opponents from the rival mafia, a former police captain serving time... See full summary »
Director: Kensuke Sonomura | Stars: Hitoshi Ozawa, Akane Sakanoue, Katsuya Takagi, Masanori Mimoto
Votes: 485
9. Mission of Justice (1992 Video)
R | 91 min | Action
"Law and order" mayorial candidate Brigitte Nielsen is the ruthless and racist leader of a secret neo-fascist group out to take control of the city by whatever means necessary.
Director: Steve Barnett | Stars: Jeff Wincott, Brigitte Nielsen, Luca Bercovici, Matthias Hues
Votes: 1,216
10. Panique (1946)
Not Rated | 99 min | Crime, Drama
After an elderly maid is murdered, opinions are manipulated, evidence is planted, violence erupts, and panic ensues.
Director: Julien Duvivier | Stars: Viviane Romance, Michel Simon, Max Dalban, Émile Drain
Votes: 2,576 | Gross: $0.04M
11. Flaxy Martin (1949)
Approved | 86 min | Crime, Drama, Film-Noir
Mob attorney Walter Colby is manipulated by showgirl Flaxy Martin into taking the rap for a murder committed by mobster Hap Richie's goons but he escapes and tries to get revenge.
Director: Richard L. Bare | Stars: Virginia Mayo, Zachary Scott, Dorothy Malone, Tom D'Andrea
Votes: 1,006
12. Bruce Lee's Deadly Kung Fu (1977)
R | 91 min | Action, Drama
Bruce Li plays a young kung fu expert (and waiter) who is trying to live peacefully in San Francisco with his marital arts-challenged friend. But they run afoul of some American thugs, and the fight is on...right!
Directors: Chi Chang, Hua Chen | Stars: Bruce Li, Carter Wong, Kuei Chang, Chi-Min Chin
Votes: 307
13. Life Back Then (2011)
131 min | Drama
Two young lonely people form a bond as they go through the homes of the recently departed people.
Director: Takahisa Zeze | Stars: Masaki Okada, Nana Eikura, Takuro Atsuki, Rei Dan
Votes: 143
14.
Walker, Texas Ranger (1993–2001)
Episode:
One Riot, One Ranger
(1993)
PG-13 | 94 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Among the issues Walker has to deal with include a new partner named Trivette, a group of men terrorizing a circus family who camp out at his home, and some bad guys who plan on the ultimate bank caper.
Director: Virgil W. Vogel | Stars: Chuck Norris, Clarence Gilyard Jr., Gailard Sartain, Sheree J. Wilson
Votes: 321
15.
24 (2001–2010)
Episode:
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
(2002)
TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Jack takes Ted Cofell hostage after finding his name on the key-card and tries to get whatever info he has about the conspiracy which only amounts to the name of another conspirator, a one ... See full summary »
Director: Davis Guggenheim | Stars: Kiefer Sutherland, Leslie Hope, Sarah Clarke, Elisha Cuthbert
Votes: 1,886
16.
24 (2001–2010)
Episode:
Day 2: 9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
(2003)
TV-14 | 45 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Jack and Kate try to get Marie to reveal the exact location of the bomb in the airfield. Mason steps down as Director after his condition worsens. President Palmer confronts Sherry.
Director: Jon Cassar | Stars: Kiefer Sutherland, Sarah Wynter, Elisha Cuthbert, Xander Berkeley
Votes: 1,489
17.
24 (2001–2010)
Episode:
Day 3: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
(2004)
TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Jack and Chase corner Saunders' henchman Arthur Rabens in an active public school. Tony faces losing command of CTU and treason charges for saving Michelle. An emotionally broken President ... See full summary »
Director: Jon Cassar | Stars: Kiefer Sutherland, Elisha Cuthbert, Carlos Bernard, Reiko Aylesworth
Votes: 1,494
18.
Bad Girls (1999–2006)
Episode:
Battle Lines
(2001)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama
The Peckham Boot Gang begin their plan to take over G Wing, starting with Shaz. Nikki tries to help new inmate Femi who is unable to speak english. A peaceful protest quickly gets out of hand.
Director: Jim O'Hanlon | Stars: Lisa Turner, Helen Fraser, Simone Lahbib, Anthonia Lanre-Ajose
Votes: 41
19.
MacGyver (1985–1992)
Episode:
High Control
(1991)
TV-PG | 48 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Earl Dent's been paroled and asks MacGyver for help. He gets him a job. But some of his former associates wants him to take them to someone who betrayed them. But Dent refuses so they ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Caffey | Stars: Richard Dean Anderson, Dana Elcar, Dick Butkus, Gwynyth Walsh
Votes: 238
20.
Walker, Texas Ranger (1993–2001)
Episode:
Borderline
(1993)
TV-PG | 47 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Walker breaks in a new partner while protecting Alex from an ex sheriff turned prisoner who blames Alex for putting him in jail and seeks revenge.
Director: Michael Vejar | Stars: Chuck Norris, Clarence Gilyard Jr., Sheree J. Wilson, Floyd 'Red Crow' Westerman
Votes: 196
21.
Walker, Texas Ranger (1993–2001)
Episode:
Something in the Shadows
(1994)
TV-PG | 44 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Walker and Trivette are on the trail of a drug ring, while a new dean at the local college campus seems to have the inside track to Alex, impeding the investigation of several rapes in the past several months at the same time.
Director: Tony Mordente | Stars: Chuck Norris, Clarence Gilyard Jr., Noble Willingham, Sheree J. Wilson
Votes: 145
22.
Most Shocking (2006–2010)
Episode:
Criminal Behavior
(2006)
TV-14 | Documentary, Comedy
Stars: John Bunnell, Brian Cummings, Tyler Derek
Votes: 8
23.
Empire (2015–2020)
Episode:
What Is Love
(2019)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Music
The Empire has been splintered. Lucious is on the run from the FBI as a fugitive. Running the Empire throne is Andre, who encounters competition for company control. Meanwhile, Cookie has moved on and has become a popular TV personality.
Director: Sanaa Hamri | Stars: Terrence Howard, Bryshere Y. Gray, Trai Byers, Gabourey Sidibe
Votes: 132
24.
Saving Grace (2007–2010)
Episode:
Keep Your Damn Wings Off My Nephew
(2007)
TV-MA | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy
A 17-year-old devout Christian fundamentalist comes under attack just days before he's scheduled to testify in a murder trial. In order to ensure his safety, Grace allows him to move in ... See full summary »
Director: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan | Stars: Holly Hunter, Leon Rippy, Kenny Johnson, Bailey Chase
Votes: 148
25.
Treadstone (2019)
Episode:
The Berlin Proposal
(2019)
TV-MA | 43 min | Action
Bentley searches for answers. Edwards meets an asset. Doug gets a visitor. Soyun gets a mission.
Director: Alex Graves | Stars: Jeremy Irvine, Tracy Ifeachor, Omar Metwally, Han Hyo-joo
Votes: 627
26.
S.W.A.T. (2017– )
Episode:
Bad Cop
(2020)
TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Street is caught between his duty to S.W.A.T. and his foster brother. Also, S.W.A.T. goes after a ruthless gang that employees deadly force against casinos.
Director: Ben Hernandez Bray | Stars: Shemar Moore, Alex Russell, Lina Esco, Kenny Johnson
Votes: 374
27.
The Outpost (2018–2021)
Episode:
A Throne of Our Own
(2021)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Garret attacks a new queen and strange visions reveal a new threat. Talon and Zed devise a plan to save the Blackbloods. Janzo discovers Wren's secret. Meanwhile, Tobin tries to stay loyal and Luna attempts another assassination.
Director: Orsi Nagypal | Stars: Jessica Green, Jake Stormoen, Anand Desai-Barochia, Reece Ritchie
Votes: 168
28.
S.W.A.T. (2017– )
Episode:
Vagabundo
(2021)
TV-14 | Action, Adventure, Crime
In the aftermath of his decision to speak out in the press, Hondo retreats to a quiet town in Mexico to reassess his life and professional future, only to find himself reluctantly drawn into one local family's fight for justice.
Director: Billy Gierhart | Stars: Shemar Moore, Alex Russell, Lina Esco, Kenny Johnson
Votes: 535
29.
Magnum P.I. (2018–2024)
Episode:
Island Vibes
(2021)
TV-14 | Action, Adventure, Crime
As Magnum tries to keep his new relationship a secret and handle his cases solo, he's now looking for a single mom being hunted by two very dangerous killers. A misstep abroad forces Higgins to become involved with an old employer.
Director: Bryan Spicer | Stars: Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill
Votes: 530
30.
In the Dark (2019–2022)
Episode:
Pretty in Pink
(2021)
TV-14 | Action, Crime, Mystery
Murphy, Felix and Max look to Josiah for answers about Jess; Gene makes a bold move.
Director: Ingrid Jungermann | Stars: Perry Mattfeld, Brooke Markham, Casey Deidrick, Morgan Krantz
Votes: 128
31.
Walker (2021– )
Episode:
The One Who Got Away
(2021)
TV-PG | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Walker has concerns over Micki going too deep undercover. Captain James and the new District Attorney work together to close the case to bring Micki home. Stella and Colton team up to solve a mystery while under the watchful eye of Trey.
Director: Richard Speight Jr. | Stars: Jared Padalecki, Lindsey Morgan, Molly Hagan, Keegan Allen
Votes: 1,768
32.
Magnum P.I. (2018–2024)
Episode:
Devil on the Doorstep
(2021)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
A journalist hires Magnum to track down his anonymous source after they mysteriously go dark. Higgins receives a new assignment from MI-6. Rick's old friend comes to the island, but TC is suspicious of his motives.
Director: Claudia Yarmy | Stars: Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill
Votes: 434
33.
Kung Fu (2021–2023)
Episode:
Villains
(2022)
TV-14 | Action, Adventure, Drama
After her latest mission unearths some startling information about Xiao, Nicky and the team devise a plan to deal with her once and for all. Althea gives Evan some advice on his ... See full summary »
Director: Joe Menendez | Stars: Olivia Liang, Kheng Hua Tan, Eddie Liu, Shannon Dang
Votes: 77
34.
Line of Duty (2012–2021)
Episode:
A Disastrous Affair
(2012)
TV-14 | 58 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
After a bungled raid which kills an innocent man young DS Steve Arnott faces disgrace. However he is transferred to the anti-corruption squad, whose head, superintendent Ted Hastings, gives... See full summary »
Director: David Caffrey | Stars: Martin Compston, Darren Morfitt, Owen Teale, Elizabeth Hill
Votes: 1,862
35.
Magnum P.I. (2018–2024)
Episode:
Number One with a Bullet
(2023)
TV-PG | Action, Adventure, Crime
Katsumoto takes a job providing security for a chart-topping K-pop star. Higgins and Rick find themselves in peril while trying to help Rick's friend. Magnum harbors suspicions about Capt. Greene's death.
Director: Eagle Egilsson | Stars: Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill
Votes: 333
36.
WPC 56 (2013–2015)
Episode:
Little Boy Lost
(2013)
TV-PG | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Cathy dumps her aggressive boyfriend Bill whilst Gina puts her career above Frank's marriage proposal. Meanwhile the police are in the firing line of the press following the murder so Gina ... See full summary »
Director: Niall Fraser | Stars: Kieran Bew, Richard Huw, Jennie Jacques, Clare Burt
Votes: 75
37.
The Rookie (2018– )
Episode:
Under Siege
(2023)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama
After one of their own is shot, the team suffers a series of close calls and realizes their division may be a target for a group of masked assailants.
Director: Bill Roe | Stars: Nathan Fillion, Shawn Ashmore, Mekia Cox, Jenna Dewan
Votes: 1,422
38.
Magnum P.I. (2018–2024)
Episode:
Appetite for Danger
(2023)
TV-14 | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum and Higgins enlist Katsumoto to go undercover when a chef at a high-end restaurant goes missing. Kumu works with Cade at the Cultural Center, confronting one of America's darker chapters.
Director: Ruba Nadda | Stars: Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill
Votes: 196
39.
Hannibal (2013–2015)
Episode:
Mizumono
(2014)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Horror
Jack devises a plan to apprehend Hannibal, while Hannibal prepares for his departure. Will makes his decision, and it results in devastating consequences.
Director: David Slade | Stars: Hugh Dancy, Mads Mikkelsen, Caroline Dhavernas, Laurence Fishburne
Votes: 21,517
40.
The Affair (2014–2019)
Episode:
Episode #3.9
(2017)
TV-MA | 51 min | Drama
Helen confesses the truth; Noah faces his demons.
Directors: John Dahl, Jeffrey Reiner | Stars: Dominic West, Ruth Wilson, Maura Tierney, Joshua Jackson
Votes: 622
41.
Pennyworth (2019–2022)
Episode:
Pilot
(2019)
TV-MA | 71 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Alfred Pennyworth, a young man just out of the British Special Air Service and at loose ends, endeavors to start a security company. At the same time, Thomas Wayne offers him his first real job.
Director: Danny Cannon | Stars: Jack Bannon, Ben Aldridge, Hainsley Lloyd Bennett, Ryan Fletcher
Votes: 1,316
42.
Treadstone (2019)
Episode:
The Cicada Protocol
(2019)
TV-MA | 52 min | Action
From the world of Jason Bourne, agents across the globe are "awakening" to resume deadly missions.
Director: Ramin Bahrani | Stars: Jeremy Irvine, Tracy Ifeachor, Omar Metwally, Han Hyo-joo
Votes: 908