Fans von 'Scharfe Sachen für Monsieur' (1965) werden diesen Artikel lieben! Wir präsentieren 10 Filme und Serien, die ähnliche Themen, Stile oder Atmosphären wie dieser Kultklassiker bieten. Ob schräge Komödien, schrille Charaktere oder unvergessliche Dialoge – hier findet jeder etwas Passendes.

The Lavender Hill Mob (1951)
Beschreibung: A lighthearted heist comedy about a mild-mannered bank clerk who plans an elaborate gold robbery.
Fakt: Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. The film's miniature Eiffel Tower props were later sold as souvenirs.


The Ladykillers (1955)
Beschreibung: A dark comedy about a group of criminals posing as musicians, with a plot that revolves around an elaborate heist.
Fakt: The film was remade in 2004 by the Coen Brothers. Alec Guinness's character was inspired by a real-life criminal.


The Sting (1973)
Beschreibung: A classic con artist film with intricate plot twists and a focus on deception, set in a nostalgic period setting.
Fakt: Won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The film's iconic ragtime score was composed by Marvin Hamlisch.


House of Games (1987)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller about a psychiatrist drawn into the world of con artists, blurring the lines between reality and deception.
Fakt: David Mamet's directorial debut. The film is known for its sharp dialogue and intricate con schemes.


Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)
Beschreibung: A comedic take on the con artist genre, featuring rival swindlers trying to outsmart each other in a luxurious European setting.
Fakt: The film was inspired by the 1964 movie 'Bedtime Story'. It was later remade as 'The Hustle' in


The Grifters (1990)
Beschreibung: A dark and gritty portrayal of con artists, focusing on the psychological toll of a life of deception and betrayal.
Fakt: Based on Jim Thompson's 1963 novel. The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Director for Stephen Frears.


Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Beschreibung: A stylish and fast-paced story based on the real-life exploits of a master con artist, blending drama with moments of humor.
Fakt: Frank Abagnale Jr., the real-life con artist, has a cameo in the film. The movie's title sequence was designed by Kuntzel+Deygas.


Matchstick Men (2003)
Beschreibung: A psychological drama about a con artist with OCD, exploring themes of deception, family, and redemption.
Fakt: Nicolas Cage prepared for his role by meeting with real-life con artists. The film's twist ending was kept secret from most of the cast.


The Brothers Bloom (2008)
Beschreibung: A whimsical and visually rich tale of two con artist brothers, exploring themes of storytelling and identity.
Fakt: Mark Ruffalo and Adrien Brody learned sleight-of-hand magic for their roles. The film was shot in multiple European locations.


Focus (2015)
Beschreibung: A sleek and modern take on the con artist genre, featuring high-stakes schemes and romantic tension.
Fakt: Will Smith and Margot Robbie performed many of their own stunts. The film's plot twists were kept secret during production.
