Ben je fan van 'War Dogs' (2016) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde mix van spanning, humor en waargebeurde verhalen bieden. Of je nu houdt van high-stakes drama of underdog-verhalen, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar jouw smaak.

Scarface (1983)
Beschreibung: A brutal and stylish crime epic about a Cuban immigrant's ruthless rise to power in the Miami drug trade.
Fakt: Al Pacino's famous line 'Say hello to my little friend' was improvised. The film initially received mixed reviews but later became a cult classic.


Boiler Room (2000)
Beschreibung: A young man gets sucked into the high-pressure world of a corrupt brokerage firm, exploring themes of greed and morality.
Fakt: The film's script was inspired by real-life boiler room operations. Ben Affleck's monologue about being a millionaire is often quoted.


Blow (2001)
Beschreibung: Chronicles the rise and fall of a drug trafficker, mixing crime drama with personal tragedy and a critique of the American Dream.
Fakt: Johnny Depp prepared for the role by meeting with the real George Jung. The film's soundtrack features many iconic 70s and 80s songs.


Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Beschreibung: A charming con artist's escapades are portrayed with wit and style, blending crime with a cat-and-mouse chase.
Fakt: Leonardo DiCaprio's character is based on Frank Abagnale Jr., who consulted on the film. The real Abagnale served as a consultant for the FBI after his crimes.


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Beschreibung: A fast-paced, darkly comedic look at excess and corruption in the finance world, featuring a charismatic but morally dubious protagonist.
Fakt: The film holds the record for the most uses of the word 'fuck' in a non-documentary film. It's based on the memoir of Jordan Belfort.


The Social Network (2010)
Beschreibung: A gripping drama about ambition, betrayal, and the cutthroat world of tech startups, told with rapid-fire dialogue and legal intrigue.
Fakt: Jesse Eisenberg learned to type at 120 words per minute for his role. The screenplay was written by Aaron Sorkin, known for his sharp dialogue.


The Big Short (2015)
Beschreibung: A sharp, satirical take on the 2008 financial crisis, using unconventional storytelling to explain complex financial concepts.
Fakt: The film features cameos by celebrities like Margot Robbie and Selena Gomez to explain financial terms. It's based on Michael Lewis's bestselling book.


Pain & Gain (2013)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic crime story about bodybuilders who get involved in a kidnapping scheme, highlighting ambition and moral decay.
Fakt: The film is based on a true story that was covered in a series of Miami New Times articles. Mark Wahlberg trained extensively to portray a bodybuilder.


American Made (2017)
Beschreibung: The film follows a pilot who becomes involved in drug smuggling and arms dealing, blending crime with dark humor and high-stakes action.
Fakt: Tom Cruise performed many of his own stunts, including flying the planes. The story is loosely based on the real-life exploits of Barry Seal.


The Founder (2016)
Beschreibung: A biographical drama about the ruthless ambition behind the rise of a fast-food empire, blending business strategy with personal betrayal.
Fakt: Michael Keaton spent time with the real Ray Kroc's widow to prepare for the role. The film explores the darker side of the American Dream.
