The 10 Darkest & Grittiest Crime Movies of All Time, Ranked by IMDb Score (Collider)

"By virtue of belonging to the crime genre, there's a good chance any crime movie is going to get a little dark at some point. Some will be darker than others of course, but these films will naturally deal with characters who act outside the law, with some criminal characters portrayed sympathetically and others depicted as villains. After all, multiple actions can be considered "crimes," meaning crime movies could well strike all sorts of tones. The following crime films, however, stand out for how realistic and gritty they are. While not all of the following are 100% realistic, they do feel more grounded and authentic than the average crime movie. For those who appreciate a crime film that captures something genuine, regardless of whether it tells a true story or not, the following movies are certainly worth checking out." - collider.com