Movies like Public Enemy Returns: 20 to watch next
If you loved Public Enemy Returns (2008) — a action, comedy and crime film directed by Kang Woo-suk — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Public Enemy Returns most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres. 4 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Going by the Book 2007★ 7.3
Shares: Comedy, Action, Crime
The chief of Sampo City Police Office, Seung-u, organizes a simulation of a bank robbery, but a by-the-book cop gets too caught up in the role playing in which the simulation doesn't go the way he had anticipated.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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How to Rob a Bank 2007★ 5.8
Shares: Action, Comedy, Crime
Caught in the middle of a bank robbery, a slacker and a bank employee become the ones who arbitrate the intense situation.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Hostile Takeover 2025★ 6.9
Shares: Action, Comedy, Thriller
Follows Pete, a professional hitman, as he faces a group of assassins after the boss of a crime syndicate suspects disloyalty due to his attendance at Workaholics Anonymous meetings.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Midnight Runners 2017★ 7.5
Shares: Comedy, Action, Crime, Thriller
Two apathetic police academy recruits who become best buddies through the tough training together witness a woman being abducted right before their very eyes. As they were taught in the academy, they quickly report the incident to the police, but the police are in no hurry to jump on the case. So the duo decide to take the matter into their own hands and rescue the woman.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JioHotstar
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Another Public Enemy 2005★ 7.2
Shares: Action, Crime
A criminal psychopath from a wealthy family is confronted with Chul-jung Kang, a former classmate who no longer likes his activities.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Gotcha! 1985★ 6.0
Shares: Action, Comedy, Thriller
A student on a trip to France is tricked into smuggling secrets across the Iron Curtain by a sexy spy.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Dream Team 1989★ 6.1
Shares: Comedy, Crime, Thriller
Four mental patients on a field trip in New York City must save their caring chaperone, who ends up being taken to a hospital in a coma after accidentally witnessing a murder, before the killers can find him and finish the job.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Oscar Shaw 2026★ 6.6
Shares: Action, Crime, Thriller
After retiring from the police force, a relentless detective haunted by the tragic loss of his closest friend sets out on a perilous quest for vengeance, seeking redemption and fighting to restore justice to the streets he once swore to protect.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Shadow of the Thin Man 1941★ 7.0
Shares: Comedy, Crime
While attending a major horse race with their young son, Nick Jr., Nick and Nora Charles witnesse a shocking murder from the crowded grandstand. What first appears to be an isolated killing soon leads to a maze of corruption, blackmail, gambling scandals, and criminal intrigue. As Nick investigates, he encounters suspicious bookmakers, dishonest officials, rival gangsters, and a mysterious killer determined to stay ahead of the law. Nora, as always, is never far from the action, bringing her quick wit and fearless curiosity to the case.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Seven-Ups 1973★ 6.3
Shares: Thriller, Crime
A tough detective who is part of an elite New York City unit is trying to find out who killed his partner, but uncovers a plot to kidnap mobsters for money.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Detective K: Secret of Virtuous Widow 2011★ 6.5
Shares: Action, Comedy, Crime
In 1782, King Jeong-jo of Joseon asks detective K to investigate a series of murders related to a case of corruption within the government.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Chronicles of Evil 2015★ 7.2
Shares: Thriller, Crime
A detective accidentally kills a man and disposes of the body to protect his career. The next day he sees that someone has hanged the corpse from a crane for all to see. He takes charge of the murder investigation to protect himself and find out who did it.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Overdrive 2017★ 6.1
Shares: Thriller, Action
Master car thieves square off against French gangsters in the South of France with money, women and lives all on the line.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Killer Bean Forever 2008★ 7.2
Shares: Action, Thriller, Comedy
When things go bad in Beantown, top assassin Killer Bean is called to clean-up the mess. Detective Cromwell finds himself in the middle between Killer Bean and mob boss Cappuccino.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Indemnity 2022★ 6.6
Shares: Action, Thriller, Crime
An ex-fireman with PTSD goes on the run when accused of a crime he doesn't even remember committing, leading him down a rabbit hole of conspiracy to the highest degree.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Rush Hour 3 2007★ 6.5
Shares: Action, Comedy, Crime
After a botched assassination attempt, the mismatched duo finds themselves in Paris, struggling to retrieve a precious list of names, as the murderous crime syndicate's henchmen try their best to stop them. Once more, Lee and Carter must fight their way through dangerous gangsters; however, this time, the past has come back to haunt Lee. Will the boys get the job done once and for all?
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Thursday Murder Club 2025★ 6.6
Shares: Comedy, Crime
A group of senior sleuths passionate about solving cold cases get plunged into a real-life murder mystery in this comic crime caper.
Stream in India on Netflix
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16 Blocks 2006★ 6.5
Shares: Action, Crime, Thriller
An aging cop is assigned the ordinary task of escorting a fast-talking witness from police custody to a courthouse, but they find themselves running the gauntlet as other forces try to prevent them from getting there.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JioHotstar
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Excess Baggage 1997★ 6.1
Shares: Action, Comedy, Crime
A rich brat fakes her own kidnapping, but in the process ends up locked in the trunk of a car that gets stolen.
Stream in India on Sony Pictures Amazon Channel
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Guns & Talks 2001★ 6.6
Shares: Action, Comedy
Four unlikely assassins question their assignments because they genuinely care about their customers and victims. However, they attract police attention and a prosecutor is on their trail.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now