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Detroit

Detroit

Detroit is a 2017 crime drama depicting the events surrounding the 1967 Algiers Motel shooting in Detroit. The film explores the circumstances leading up to the incident during the city’s 12th Street Riot, marking the 50th anniversary of the event. It stars John Boyega and other actors portraying fi...

7.3 Very Good

apps Top Detroit Alternatives

The top alternative to Detroit in 2026 is The Irishman with a score of 8.4/10, followed by The King of Comedy (8.2) and American History X (8.1).

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The Irishman

The Irishman

The Irishman is a 2019 crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese, adapted from Charles Brandt’s book. The film portrays Fr...

Epic Drama Crime Movie
8.4 Excellent
2
The King of Comedy

The King of Comedy

The King of Comedy is a 1982 film directed by Martin Scorsese featuring Robert De Niro and Jerry Lewis. The narrative ce...

Drama Crime Comedy Movie
8.2 Excellent
3
American History X

American History X

American History X portrays the story of Derek Vinyard, a former skinhead, and his brother Danny following Derek’s impri...

Drama Independent Crime Movie
8.1 Excellent
4
The Big Short

The Big Short

The Big Short is a biographical drama detailing the largely unknown individuals who predicted and profited from the 2008...

Drama Crime Movie Dark Comedy
8.1 Excellent
5
Sicario

Sicario

Sicario is a 2015 crime thriller centered around an FBI agent collaborating with a government task force to target a sig...

Action Drama Mystery Crime
8.0 Excellent
6
Good Time

Good Time

Good Time is a 2017 crime thriller centered on Buddy Duress, portrayed by Robert Pattinson, who attempts to secure his b...

Drama Crime Movie Crime Drama
8.0 Excellent
7
Winter's Bone

Winter's Bone

Winter's Bone follows Ree Dolly, a resilient young woman living in poverty-stricken rural Missouri. She confronts immens...

Drama INDIE Survival Crime
7.9 Very Good
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Drive

Drive

Drive is a 2011 neo-noir action drama centered on an unnamed stunt driver who becomes entangled in criminal activities a...

Drama Crime Movie Crime Drama
7.8 Very Good
9
Donnie Brasco

Donnie Brasco

Donnie Brasco recounts the story of an FBI agent, Michael Brasco, who goes undercover within the Bonanno crime family du...

Drama Crime Movie Crime Drama
7.8 Very Good
10
The Place Beyond the Pines

The Place Beyond the Pines

The Place Beyond the Pines is a 2012 crime drama centered around interconnected narratives spanning multiple timelines....

Drama Crime Movie Neo Noir
7.8 Very Good
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The Hate U Give

The Hate U Give

The Hate U Give is a 2018 film adapted from Angie Thomas’ novel of the same name. It portrays a high school student grap...

Drama Crime Movie United States
7.8 Very Good
12
BlacKkKlansman

BlacKkKlansman

BlacKkKlansman is a 2018 biographical crime film based on Ron Stallworth’s memoir. The story centers on an African-Ameri...

Drama Crime Historical Movie
7.7 Very Good
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The Informer

The Informer

The Informer is a 1935 drama based on Liam O’Flaherty’s novel, set during the Irish War of Independence. A former Republ...

Drama Crime Wartime Movie
7.7 Very Good
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End of Watch

End of Watch

End of Watch portrays the experiences of two Los Angeles Police Department officers, Brian Taylor and Mike Zavala, opera...

Action Drama Crime Movie
7.6 Very Good
15
A Most Violent Year

A Most Violent Year

A Most Violent Year depicts the struggles of a New York City fuel executive in 2008 as he navigates escalating crime and...

Action Drama Crime Movie
7.6 Very Good
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The Wrong Man

The Wrong Man

The Wrong Man is a 1956 film based on the real-life case of Christopher Emmanuel Balestrero, as detailed in Maxwell Ande...

Trial Drama Crime Movie
7.5 Very Good
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Bernie

Bernie

Bernie is a 2011 film adapting a Texas Monthly article about the 1996 murder of Marjorie Nugent. The story centers on Be...

Drama Crime Comedy Movie
7.5 Very Good
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Richard Jewell

Richard Jewell

Richard Jewell recounts the events surrounding the Centennial Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta on July 27, 1996. Security...

Drama Crime True Crime Movie
7.4 Very Good
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Snitch

Snitch

Snitch follows John Matthews as he becomes involved with the Drug Enforcement Administration to investigate his son’s wr...

Action Drama Crime Movie
6.1 Good
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Live by Night

Live by Night

Live by Night is a 2016 crime drama set during the Prohibition era. The film chronicles the ascent of a Florida bootlegg...

Drama Crime Movie Period Piece
5.8 Fair

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The Irishman
The Irishman
Crime Movie Epic Drama Crime
8.4 Excellent +1.1 Compare
The King of Comedy
The King of Comedy
Crime Movie Drama Crime Comedy
8.2 Excellent +0.9 Compare
American History X
American History X
Crime Movie Drama Independent Crime
8.1 Excellent +0.8 Compare
The Big Short
The Big Short
Crime Movie Drama Crime Movie
8.1 Excellent +0.8 Compare
Sicario
Sicario
Crime Movie Action Drama Mystery
8.0 Excellent +0.7 Compare
Good Time
Good Time
Crime Movie Drama Crime Movie
8.0 Excellent +0.7 Compare
Winter's Bone
Winter's Bone
Crime Movie Drama INDIE Survival
7.9 Very Good +0.6 Compare
Drive
Drive
Crime Movie Drama Crime Movie
7.8 Very Good +0.5 Compare
Donnie Brasco
Donnie Brasco
Crime Movie Drama Crime Movie
7.8 Very Good +0.5 Compare
The Place Beyond the Pines
The Place Beyond the Pines
Crime Movie Drama Crime Movie
7.8 Very Good +0.5 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Detroit?
The top alternatives to Detroit in 2026 include The Irishman, The King of Comedy, American History X, The Big Short, Sicario. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Detroit compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Detroit scores 7.3/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Detroit worth it in 2026?
Detroit scores 7.3/10 in the Crime Movie category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Detroit?
Several alternatives to Detroit offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Detroit?
Common reasons users look for Detroit alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Detroit are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Detroit in the Crime Movie category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Detroit alternative has the highest rating?
The Irishman currently holds the highest rating among Detroit alternatives with a score of 8.4/10.
Can I use The Irishman instead of Detroit?
The Irishman is one of the top-rated alternatives to Detroit. While they serve similar purposes in the Crime Movie space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Detroit?
Pricing varies among Detroit alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Crime Movie category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Detroit alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Detroit vs The Irishman: which is better?
Detroit scores 7.3/10 while The Irishman scores 8.4/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Detroit vs The King of Comedy: which is better?
Detroit scores 7.3/10 while The King of Comedy scores 8.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Detroit vs American History X: which is better?
Detroit scores 7.3/10 while American History X scores 8.1/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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