Ben je fan van 'Lakatabu' (2024) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt 10 geweldige opties die dezelfde sfeer, thema's of stijl delen. Of je nu houdt van spanning, drama of humor, hier vind je zeker iets naar jouw smaak!

The Sopranos (1999)
Beschreibung: A deep dive into the life of a crime family, balancing personal struggles with the brutal realities of organized crime, offering a nuanced look at power and family dynamics.
Fakt: The show's famous opening sequence was shot in one take, driving through the Lincoln Tunnel into New Jersey.


The Shield (2002)
Beschreibung: A raw and intense look at corrupt cops in Los Angeles, exploring moral ambiguity and the thin line between law enforcement and criminality.
Fakt: The show was groundbreaking for its use of handheld cameras and documentary-style filming, which added to its gritty realism.


The Wire (2002)
Beschreibung: Explores the intricate dynamics of urban life, crime, and systemic issues through a multi-layered narrative that delves into both law enforcement and criminal organizations.
Fakt: The show was praised for its realistic portrayal of Baltimore's drug scene and was based on the experiences of creator David Simon as a police reporter.


Breaking Bad (2008)
Beschreibung: Focuses on the transformation of an ordinary man into a ruthless criminal, highlighting themes of power, morality, and the consequences of choices in a high-stakes underworld.
Fakt: The show's iconic RV meth lab was nicknamed 'The Crystal Ship' by the crew, inspired by The Doors' song.


Queen of the South (2016)
Beschreibung: Follows a woman's rise in the drug cartel world, emphasizing themes of survival, ambition, and the cost of power in a male-dominated criminal underworld.
Fakt: The series is based on the novel 'La Reina del Sur' by Arturo Pérez-Reverte, which was inspired by real-life female drug lords.


Sons of Anarchy (2008)
Beschreibung: A motorcycle club's internal and external struggles are depicted, blending action, drama, and themes of brotherhood, power, and redemption.
Fakt: The show's creator, Kurt Sutter, originally envisioned it as a modern-day retelling of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.'


Gomorrah (2014)
Beschreibung: A gritty, unflinching portrayal of the Camorra crime syndicate in Naples, focusing on the brutal realities of organized crime and its impact on society.
Fakt: The series was so realistic that some actors were reportedly threatened by actual Camorra members for their portrayals.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: Set in post-WWI Birmingham, it follows a gang's rise to power, blending historical context with intense crime drama and family loyalty themes.
Fakt: The show's title refers to the gang's practice of sewing razor blades into the peaks of their caps, which they used as weapons.


Animal Kingdom (2016)
Beschreibung: Centers on a crime family in Southern California, focusing on the dynamics of loyalty, betrayal, and survival within a tight-knit but dangerous group.
Fakt: The series is based on the 2010 Australian film of the same name, which was inspired by real-life crime families in Melbourne.


Snowfall (2017)
Beschreibung: Chronicles the rise of the crack epidemic in Los Angeles, blending personal drama with the socio-political impact of the drug trade, much like the exploration of systemic issues in urban settings.
Fakt: The series was co-created by John Singleton, who drew from his own experiences growing up in South Central LA during the 1980s.
