What should I watch after Once Upon a Time in Mexico?

Try Sicario, The Equalizer 2, Sicario: Day of the Soldado—each shares DNA with Once Upon a Time in Mexico while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.

What genre is Once Upon a Time in Mexico?

Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller, Western. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.

Is Once Upon a Time in Mexico part of a franchise?

Yes—it's part of the "Mexico Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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Audiences latched onto Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) as a action theatrical experience: big enough for a group watch, specific enough to reward a second viewing once you know where it's headed. 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 42m · ★ 6.3

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1.Sicario (2015)
★ 7.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 2h 2m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Sicario (2015) 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.The Equalizer 2 (2018)
★ 6.8 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 2h 1m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, The Equalizer 2 (2018) 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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3.Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018)
★ 6.9 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 2h 2m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018) 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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4.Desperado (1995)
★ 6.9 · Thriller · Action · Crime · 1h 44m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Desperado (1995) 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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5.The Jackal (1997)
★ 6.4 · Action · Thriller · Adventure · 2h 4m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, The Jackal (1997) 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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6.War (2007)
★ 6.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 43m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, War (2007) 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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- fuboTV
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7.Assassins (1995)
★ 6.5 · Action · Adventure · Crime · 2h 12m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Assassins (1995) 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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8.Nick of Time (1995)
★ 6.2 · Thriller · Crime · Action · 1h 29m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Nick of Time (1995) 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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9.Canary Black (2024)
★ 6.2 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 1h 43m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Canary Black (2024) 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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10.Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
★ 8.0 · Action · Crime · 1h 51m
Why you'll love it
If Once Upon a Time in Mexico clicked for you, Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, 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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FAQ

What should I watch after Once Upon a Time in Mexico?: Try Sicario, The Equalizer 2, Sicario: Day of the Soldado—each shares DNA with Once Upon a Time in Mexico while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Once Upon a Time in Mexico?: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller, Western. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Once Upon a Time in Mexico part of a franchise?: Yes—it's part of the "Mexico Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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