10 Movies & Shows Like Brotherhood (2006)

Description: A groundbreaking crime drama that blends family life with organized crime, offering deep psychological insights into its characters.

Fact: The show's iconic opening sequence features Tony Soprano driving through New Jersey, passing landmarks that symbolize his dual life.

Description: A raw and intense police drama that follows a corrupt strike team, blurring the lines between right and wrong in a morally complex world.

Fact: The show was one of the first to feature a deeply flawed protagonist, setting a precedent for antihero-led series.

Description: A gritty crime drama that delves deep into the interconnected worlds of law enforcement, drug trade, and urban decay, showcasing complex characters and moral ambiguity.

Fact: The show was praised for its realistic portrayal of Baltimore's drug scene and its use of real-life police officers as consultants.

Description: A gripping tale of a man's descent into the criminal underworld, exploring themes of power, morality, and transformation.

Fact: The show's famous blue meth was inspired by the real-life drug methamphetamine, but the color was a creative choice for visual distinction.

Description: A lavish crime drama set during Prohibition, exploring the rise of organized crime and political corruption through a sprawling narrative.

Fact: The series was heavily influenced by real historical figures and events, including Al Capone and Arnold Rothstein.

Description: A dark and intense series about a motorcycle club navigating crime, loyalty, and power struggles, with a strong focus on family dynamics and moral dilemmas.

Fact: The show's creator, Kurt Sutter, also played a recurring character, Otto Delaney, in the series.

Description: A brutal and unflinching look at the Neapolitan mafia, featuring raw violence, intricate power struggles, and a stark portrayal of criminal life.

Fact: The series is based on Roberto Saviano's bestselling book, which led to the author receiving death threats from the Camorra.

Description: A stylish and violent period drama centered around a criminal family in post-WWI Birmingham, blending historical context with gripping storytelling.

Fact: The show's title refers to the real-life Peaky Blinders gang, who were active in Birmingham during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Description: A high-octane crime drama centered around a dysfunctional family involved in heists and violent criminal activities, with strong themes of loyalty and betrayal.

Fact: The series is based on the 2010 Australian film of the same name, but expands on the original story with new characters and plotlines.

Description: A gripping drama that explores the rise of the crack epidemic in 1980s Los Angeles, intertwining the lives of dealers, users, and law enforcement.

Fact: The show was co-created by John Singleton, who drew from his own experiences growing up in South Central LA during that era.