Crime Films About Betrayal Among Friends

Description: A small-time gunrunner in Boston faces betrayal from all sides as he tries to navigate his way out of trouble, showcasing the harsh reality of loyalty in the criminal underworld.

Fact: The film is often cited as one of the most realistic portrayals of crime in Boston. It was one of Robert Mitchum's favorite roles.

Description: After a botched jewelry heist, the surviving members of a criminal gang turn on each other, suspecting an informant among them. Quentin Tarantino's debut film explores the theme of betrayal in a raw, unfiltered manner.

Fact: The film was made on a budget of just $

Description: A young boy torn between his father's honest life and the allure of the local mobster, only to find betrayal lurking in both worlds. This film examines loyalty, betrayal, and the choices that define us.

Fact: Robert De Niro's directorial debut. Chazz Palminteri wrote the screenplay based on his own one-man show.

Description: This epic crime saga features a cat-and-mouse game between a master thief and a relentless cop, where personal relationships and professional loyalties collide, leading to a dramatic betrayal.

Fact: The iconic diner scene was improvised by Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. The film's bank heist scene inspired many real-life criminals.

Description: A group of criminals are brought together for a heist, but one of them might be the legendary criminal mastermind Keyser Söze. The film is a masterclass in deception and betrayal.

Fact: Kevin Spacey won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role. The film's plot twist is one of the most famous in cinema history.

Description: An FBI agent infiltrates the mob, forming a close bond with a low-level mobster, only to betray him in the end. This film explores the emotional toll of undercover work and betrayal.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone. Al Pacino's character, Lefty, was inspired by real-life mobster Benjamin "Lefty" Ruggiero.

Description: A tale of two moles, one infiltrating the police, the other the Irish mob, both unaware of each other's existence. This film showcases the ultimate betrayal when friends turn against each other for survival.

Fact: Martin Scorsese won his first Best Director Oscar for this film. The film was a remake of the Hong Kong film "Infernal Affairs."

Description: A group of bank robbers from Charlestown, Boston, face internal betrayal as their heists escalate, leading to a dramatic showdown where friendships are tested.

Fact: Ben Affleck directed and starred in this film. The opening heist scene was filmed in one continuous shot.

Description: A bartender caught in the middle of a robbery and a murder investigation must navigate through a web of deceit and betrayal among his friends and the local mob.

Fact: The film was based on a short story by Dennis Lehane, who also wrote the screenplay. Tom Hardy's character was originally written for James Gandolfini.

Description: An undercover cop infiltrates an Irish-American gang in Hell's Kitchen, only to find himself torn between his duty and his old friendships, leading to inevitable betrayal.

Fact: Sean Penn and Gary Oldman were both considered for the role of Terry Noonan. The film was shot on location in New York City.