If you're a fan of the surreal and darkly comedic world of 'Inserts' (1975), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 movies and shows that share its unique blend of satire, psychological depth, and unconventional storytelling. Whether you loved the film's raw portrayal of Hollywood's underbelly or its boundary-pushing themes, these recommendations will keep you entertained and intrigued.

Paper Moon (1973)
Description: A Depression-era story about a small-time con man and a young girl, blending humor and heart with clever swindles.
Fact: Tatum O'Neal became the youngest competitive Oscar winner for her role in this film.


The Sting (1973)
Description: A classic con artist film set in the 1930s, featuring elaborate schemes, twists, and a focus on the art of deception.
Fact: Won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and was inspired by real-life cons from the era.


House of Games (1987)
Description: A psychological thriller exploring the mechanics of cons and the blurred line between deception and reality.
Fact: Marked David Mamet's directorial debut and is considered a cult classic in the con artist genre.


Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)
Description: A comedic take on con artistry, with two rival swindlers competing in a high-stakes game of one-upmanship.
Fact: A remake of the 1964 film 'Bedtime Story,' starring Marlon Brando and David Niven.


The Grifters (1990)
Description: A dark, neo-noir tale about con artists navigating dangerous relationships and high-stakes scams.
Fact: Based on a novel by Jim Thompson, known for his hardboiled crime fiction.


The Spanish Prisoner (1997)
Description: A cerebral thriller about an elaborate con involving corporate espionage and shifting loyalties.
Fact: Known for its intricate plot and dialogue-heavy storytelling, typical of David Mamet's work.


Nine Queens (2000)
Description: A twisty Argentine crime thriller about two con artists embroiled in a high-risk counterfeit scheme.
Fact: Gained international acclaim and was remade in Hollywood as 'Criminal' (2004).


Matchstick Men (2003)
Description: A psychological drama about a neurotic con artist whose life unravels when his estranged daughter enters his world.
Fact: Features a twist ending that subverts expectations about the nature of deception.


The Brothers Bloom (2008)
Description: A whimsical, stylized tale about two sibling con men executing their final, most elaborate scheme.
Fact: Features a meta-narrative where the line between the con and reality becomes increasingly blurred.


Focus (2015)
Description: A slick, modern heist film centered on romance and deception within the world of professional grifters.
Fact: Known for its glamorous settings and intricate con sequences, including a high-stakes Super Bowl scam.
