Whether on film or TV, the crime genre is undeniably one of the most-watched genres.

It captivates audiences with its disturbing narratives, often involving real mysteries unfolding before their eyes.

Crime thrillers date back to some of the best film noirs of the Golden Age.

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It is surprising, however, thatRopewas one of Hitchcock’s least favorite filmsand a polarizing entry among critics.

Its characters are complex and its narrative gritty, with building tension that keeps audiences invested.

Its creative, sharply-written premise and Gyllenhaals once again astounding performance make Dan Gilroys movie a must-seein the category.

Ryan Gosling as Driver in his car at night while being a getaway driver in ‘Drive’

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The story mainly focuses on a deteriorating marriage.

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Jimmy Stewart looking skeptical of Douglas Dick in Rope

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The cast of ‘Reservoir Dogs’ wearing black suits and walking down the street.

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Gene Hackman as Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle, aiming a handgun in The French Connection

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Al Pacino as Sonny and John Cazale as Sal peeking from behind a wall in Dog Day Afternoon

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Laura Dern and Isabella Rossellini looking over at Kyle MacLachlan in ‘Blue Velvet’

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Lou Bloom under the light of a flashlight while being questioned by a cop in ‘Nightcrawler.'

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Amy Dunne driving a car in Gone Girl (2014)

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Paul Avery (Robert Downey Jr.) and Robert Graysmith (Jake Gyllenhaal) looking intently ahead in an office in David Fincher’s ‘Zodiac’ (2007).

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William Costigan Jr. has a tense conversation with mob boss Frank Costello in The Departed

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