Love mafia movies? Those movies where some crime boss rules over a territory and the local law enforcement agencies can’t do anything, until a ruthless “savior” emerges? Yeah, the likes of The Godfather, Kill the Irishman, and a couple of others.
Well, here are the most intriguing mafia titles available on Netflix. Of course, you may find these titles on some free streaming services that host Netflix titles, like MoviesJoy, AZMovies, and many others; we’ve made a list about these services, and you should check them out if you’re not a Netflix subscriber but still want to catch up with good movies.
The 10 Most Intriguing Netflix Mafia Movies Of All Time
Come along with me as I walk you through the Most Intriguing Netflix Mafia Movies Of All Time. Although there are hundreds of mafia movies on Netflix, these few are selected because they are trendy and have the highest ratings and award recognitions.
1. The Irishman (2019)
- IMDb: 7.8
- Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
- Google: 84%
- Awards: 10 Oscar nominations
Coming off at number one is Netflix’s blockbuster original, The Irishman. This is the obvious number one. Netflix describes this movie as an acclaimed Martin Scorsese film about Frank Sheeran and the Bufalino crime family, starring notable actors like Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci.
The plot follows where truck driver Frank Sheeran (Robert De Niro) becomes a hitman for Russell Bufalino (Joe Pesci) and teams with Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino). Ultimately, this title has received up to 10 Oscar nominations. The Irishman remains one of the most discussed gangster movies on forums. Not to mention that this classic movie lasted for a whole 3 and a half hours, and you would be intrigued for all those long minutes.
2. Goodfellas (1990)
- IMDb: 8.7 (out of 1.4 million ratings)
- Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
- Google: 89%
- Awards: 6 Oscar nominations
Remember the maxim, “old but gold”? Yeah, that’s what this movie is all about. I mean, it’s a way-old mafia movie that still rocks and garners attention even to this day. Released in 1990, Goodfellas follows the story of a young Henry who kept idolising mobsters in his impoverished neighbourhood, and as you may guess, ended up being one.
Oh yes, his friends became his gang members, hence the name, “Goodfellas.” The Irishman legends are in this play; yeah, that was when they were still young; Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci. This movie earned 6 Oscar nominations, and actor Pesci won the Supporting Actor award.
3. The Outfit 2022
- IMDb: 7.2
- Rotten Tomatoes: 86%
- Google: 62%
- Awards: None
Aftermaths can be dangerous, especially when it’s coming after a heated gang war that left many crime bosses dead. This creative title is set in 1950s Chicago, following the story of a British tailor, Leonard Burling, whose shop becomes a battleground for gangsters.
As you expect, his quiet life was quickly overturned when the local mobs (gangsters) started hitting each other in his shop. This title does not have the awards profile of The Irishman and other famous blockbusters, but it, somehow, has a tighter, better reputation, with many people recommending it after they’ve watched it.
4. The Departed (2006)
- IMDb: 8.5 (out of 1.5 million ratings)
- Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
- Google: 91%
- Awards: 4 Oscars
Here’s another blockbuster gangster movie from Netflix. Set in Boston, this thriller follows an undercover cop, Billy Costigan (Leonardo DiCaprio), who infiltrated an Irish mob led by Frank Costello (Jack Nicholson). At the same time, mole Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon) rises in the police.
This movie won 4 Oscars and has continued to be a topic of discussion in many movie forums and subreddits. Up to 91% of people who watched this movie hit the “Like” button on Google Reviews. It’s a good watch, I tell you, and you’d never feel bored for the entire 2h30m duration.
5. The Infiltrator
- IMDb: 7.0
- Rotten Tomatoes: 72%
- Google: 66%
- Awards: None
You know why you should see this one? Yeah, because it’s based on a true-life story, relating to the infamous Pablo Escobar crime boss. The Infiltrator is one of the strongest “based on real events” entries on Netflix’s mafia-crime side. It is the story of a U.S. federal agent, Robert Mazur, who infiltrated a dangerous drug cartel led by Pablo Escobar. If you love biography-based movies with real-life events recounted, this is your title.
6. Kill the Irishman 2011
- IMDb: 7.0
- Rotten Tomatoes: 63%
- Google: 79%
- Awards: None
Danny Greeceman, an Irish-American “simple man,” rises up the ranks to wage a turf war with local mobs. Netflix claims that this title follows the true story of Danny Greene in 1970s Cleveland. Danny had battled the Mafia for control of organized crime in 1970s Cleveland.
The cast of this movie played their roles with utmost professionalism, and that’s what impressed the fans the most. Well, it doesn’t have any award nominations, but it’s a fan-favorite, with many still recommending it, even in 2026. It’s not a Netflix Original, by the way.
7. Mafia Inc.
- IMDb: 6.8
- Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
- Google: 60%
- Awards: None
Obviously, we’re not talking about some corporation or stuff; Mafia Inc. is a bloody mafia movie with an intriguing plot. This one’s not US-based, it’s Canada-based.
It dives straight into family war scenes, based on a non-fictional book of the same name, centered on a Montreal crime boss whose lieutenant’s actions and decisions led to an all-out conflict between mafian families. This movie features strong violence and disturbing scenes.
8. The Gentlemen (2019)
- IMDb: 7.8
- Rotten Tomatoes: 76%
- Google: 83%
- Awards: None
Another Guy Ritchie classic, The Gentlemen, is a mild, kinda comic mafia movie set in Britain. The plot follows Matthew McConaughey’s story as an American expat selling his marijuana empire, until he was blackmailed, and now he has to face off with rival gangs.
Popular actors like Hugh Laurie, Charlie Hunnam, and Colin Farrell graced the movie and were at their best. Yeah, there are not many nominations on this one, but it’s got a strong box office pull and even a spin-off, due to the popularity.
9. American Gangster (2007)
- IMDb: 7.8
- Rotten Tomatoes: 81%
- Google: 84%
- Awards: 2 Oscar nominations
When you’ve got Denzel Washington and Idris Elba on the same play, you already know it’s going to be a blockbuster. The American Gangster is a 2007 gangster movie by Ridley Scott. It has Denzel Washington playing as Harlem drug kingpin, Frank Lucas, who builds an empire importing pure heroin while evading detective Richie Roberts (Russell Crowe).
The movie examines Lucas’s challenge to traditional Italian mafia structures in 1970s New York, and only Detective Roberts is willing to tackle him. Ultimately, this movie got two Oscar nominations, thanks to the massive star power it featured. It lasted for about two and a half hours.
10. How I Fell in Love with a Gangster
- IMDb: 6.1
- Rotten Tomatoes: 60%
- Google: 71%
- Awards: None
You know, Polish crime movies are a whole different niche on their own; I mean, it’s typically more furious and tense than British and American mafia movies. This one is a crime mixed with romance blend, where a mysterious woman recounts the rise and fall of one of Poland’s biggest gangsters, Nikodem “Nikoś” Skotarczak.
This title got popular online, but it was mainly about criticism rather than appraisals. Now, if you’re curious why many people are criticizing the movie, this is your chance to see for yourself. Also, this is a good watch if you’re looking for a gangster movie with not-so-much violence and tilts towards a romantic plot.
What More?
These are some of the top blockbuster mafia titles to stream on Netflix right now. They are all still available on Netflix; however, some of them are region-based, so you might need a VPN to unlock access and stream them.
