Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 10, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Gringo

If you loved Gringo, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
American Sicario

American Sicario

2021★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Action & Crime. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

The story of the rise and fall of the first American-born drug lord in Mexico, this tale of power, money, greed and betrayal amongst rival members of the drug cartels finds America...

#2
What Doesn't Kill You

What Doesn't Kill You

2008★ 6.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Action & Crime. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Two childhood friends from South Boston turn to crime as a way to get by, ultimately causing a strain in their personal lives and their friendship....

#3
Close Range

Close Range

2015★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Action & Crime. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

A rogue soldier turned outlaw is thrust into a relentless fight with a corrupt sheriff, his obedient deputies, and a dangerous drug cartel in order to protect his sister and her yo...

#4
The Mexican

The Mexican

2001★ 6.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Comedy & Action & Crime. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Jerry Welbach, a reluctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as "the Mexican"...

#5
True Romance

True Romance

1993★ 7.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Action & Crime. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Clarence marries hooker Alabama, steals cocaine from her pimp, and tries to sell it in Hollywood, while the owners of the coke try to reclaim it....

#6
Shaft

Shaft

2019★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Gringo for fans of Comedy & Action & Crime. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad ...

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