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Why people love it

People revisit Hackers for the same reason it broke through in 1995: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a crime rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Iain Softley keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The action and crime blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 45m · ★ 6.4

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  1. 96match

    1.We Die Young (2019)

    ★ 6.8 · Drama · Action · Crime · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, We Die Young (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  2. 94match

    2.American Psycho (2000)

    ★ 7.4 · Thriller · Drama · Crime · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, American Psycho (2000) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    3.Panic Room (2002)

    ★ 6.8 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Panic Room (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • YouTube TV
    • Philo
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    4.Lord of War (2005)

    ★ 7.3 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 2h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Lord of War (2005) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Philo
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)

    ★ 7.2 · Thriller · Crime · Drama · 2h 20m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount Plus Premium
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    • Philo
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    6.Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

    ★ 8.1 · Action · Thriller · Science Fiction · 2h 17m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
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    7.Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995)

    ★ 7.3 · Action · Thriller · 2h 8m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
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    8.Live Free or Die Hard (2007)

    ★ 6.6 · Action · Thriller · 2h 8m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Live Free or Die Hard (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    9.Phone Booth (2003)

    ★ 6.9 · Thriller · Crime · 1h 21m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Phone Booth (2003) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    10.Escape from New York (1981)

    ★ 7.0 · Science Fiction · Action · Thriller · 1h 39m

    Why you'll love it

    If Hackers clicked for you, Escape from New York (1981) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Philo
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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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FAQ

What should I watch after Hackers?
Try We Die Young, American Psycho, Panic Room—each shares DNA with Hackers while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Hackers?
Hackers (1995) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Hackers worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.4/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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