Road to Perdition

2002 | 1h 57min | 7.4

Some debts can only be paid in blood.

Road to Perdition
7.4

Overview

Mike Sullivan has spent years as an enforcer for John Rooney, the Irish mob patriarch he respects like a father. When his young son accidentally witnesses a murder, that loyalty collapses overnight, and Sullivan finds himself hunted by the very organization he served. What follows is a cold Midwestern odyssey through snow and violence, a father doing terrible things to protect the one piece of his life still worth saving, and a son learning exactly who his father is.

Top Cast

Details

  • Director Sam Mendes
  • Year2002
  • Runtime1h 57min
  • StatusReleased
Stream
BEST SIMILAR

What movies are similar to Road to Perdition?

If you are looking for the best movies like Road to Perdition (2002) · 7.4 , these three titles are the best similar matches sharing its vibe:

1
The Departed (2006) · 8.2
Every side has a traitor. Nobody knows which one.
2
Drive (2011) · 7.6
Some people leave bodies behind. Some leave questions.
3
Wrath of Man (2021) · 7.6
He came for revenge. He stayed for blood.
VIBE PROFILE

Road to Perdition

2002 | 1h 57min
Crime | Drama | Thriller
★ 7.4
MOVIEVIA.COM
PACING
9.5
Slow Fast
COMPLEXITY
6.6
Casual Mind-Bending
ATMOSPHERE
8.8
Light Dark
VISUALS
5.0
Raw / Indie Epic / CGI
AMBIVALENT • BANK ROBBERY • BASED ON COMIC

Best Movies Like Road to Perdition

If you are searching for movies like "Road to Perdition", our recommendation engine has compiled the best alternatives. Discover captivating and critically acclaimed titles that perfectly capture the Crime and Drama vibe.

The Departed

The Departed (2006)

Crime Drama Thriller

South Boston's Irish mob and the state police are playing the same game without knowing it. Each organization has planted a man...

Score 8.2
Drive

Drive (2011)

Crime Drama Thriller

A Hollywood stuntman maintains a double life as a wheelman for hire, keeping his emotions locked behind dark sunglasses and a scorpion...

Score 7.6
Wrath of Man

Wrath of Man (2021)

Crime Drama Thriller

When a taciturn armored car driver joins a Los Angeles security firm, his colleagues quickly discover he's no ordinary hire. A routine...

Score 7.6
Joker

Joker (2019)

Crime Drama Thriller

Gotham City in the 1980s is a place rotting from the inside, and Arthur Fleck is rotting right along with it. A...

Score 8.1
Prisoners

Prisoners (2013)

Crime Drama Thriller

When two little girls vanish on Thanksgiving afternoon, the quiet suburban street they grew up on becomes the center of a desperate...

Score 8.1
M

M (1931)

Crime Drama Thriller

Berlin is gripped by fear as a child killer stalks its streets, and the police seem powerless to stop him. So the...

Score 8.1
Dog Day Afternoon

Dog Day Afternoon (1975)

Crime Drama Thriller

When a bank robbery in 1970s Brooklyn spirals catastrophically out of control, the perpetrator finds himself cornered with hostages and police closing...

Score 7.8
Le Samouraï

Le Samouraï (1967)

Crime Drama Thriller

Jef Costello moves through Paris like a ghost, bound by an unspoken code that treats violence as ritual. After executing a meticulously...

Score 7.8
STRAW

STRAW (2025)

Crime Drama Thriller

She has held everything together for years, working double shifts, raising her kids alone, asking nothing from anyone. Then one catastrophic day...

Score 7.7
Donnie Brasco

Donnie Brasco (1997)

Crime Drama Thriller

Joe Pistone spent years buried so deep inside the Bonanno crime family that the line between cover and conviction nearly disappeared. Posing...

Score 7.5
High and Low

High and Low (1963)

Crime Drama Thriller

A Yokohama shoe executive faces a wrenching choice when kidnappers mistakenly seize his chauffeur’s son but demand the ransom anyway.

Score 8.4
The Silence of the Lambs

The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

Crime Drama Thriller

Clarice Starling is sharp, ambitious, and still proving herself at the FBI Academy when she gets an assignment that would unsettle almost...

Score 8.3

Most similar movies to Road to Perdition

Looking for more movies like Road to Perdition (2002)? If you loved the masterpiece and visually stunning experience of this classic, you are in the right place. Fans of Road to Perdition will especially appreciate our curated list of similar films within the Crime and Drama genre.

Here are the top movies similar to Road to Perdition to add to your watchlist right now: The Departed, Drive, Wrath of Man, Joker, Prisoners. Explore these highly rated recommendations to find your next favorite!

Road to Perdition FAQ

What are the best movies like Road to Perdition?

If you enjoyed Road to Perdition, you should definitely add The Departed, Drive, and Wrath of Man to your watchlist. These movies share similar captivating and critically acclaimed themes, making them a perfect match for fans of the Crime and Drama genre.

What is the vibe and genre of Road to Perdition?

Road to Perdition is primarily a Crime and Drama films. It is known for its masterpiece and visually stunning undertones. With a user rating of 7.4, it delivers a highly must-watch cinematic experience.

What to watch next after Road to Perdition?

Once you have finished Road to Perdition, you might be craving more stories with must-watch and entertaining elements. Our recommendation algorithm highly suggests checking out Joker or Prisoners as your next watch. Both titles capture that same unique vibe!