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Son of a Gun

Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

Son of a Gun (2014) stuck because it commits to its action premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Julius Avery's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. 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 48m · ★ 6.4

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  1. 96match

    1.Street Kings (2008)

    ★ 6.6 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Street Kings (2008) 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.Undisputed II: Last Man Standing (2006)

    ★ 7.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Undisputed II: Last Man Standing (2006) 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
    • Paramount Plus Premium
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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  3. 92match

    3.Heist (2001)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Heist (2001) 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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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    4.The Way of the Gun (2000)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 59m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, The Way of the Gun (2000) 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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    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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    5.The Night of the Hunter (1955)

    ★ 7.9 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, The Night of the Hunter (1955) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and drama, 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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    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Buy)
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  6. 86match

    6.Prison Break: The Final Break (2009)

    ★ 7.5 · Action · Drama · Thriller · 1h 29m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Prison Break: The Final Break (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and drama, 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 Video(Buy)
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  7. 84match

    7.Elevator to the Gallows (1958)

    ★ 7.6 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Elevator to the Gallows (1958) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and drama, 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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    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Criterion Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    8.The Getaway (1972)

    ★ 7.1 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 2h 3m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, The Getaway (1972) 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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    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    9.Avengement (2019)

    ★ 6.8 · Crime · Action · Thriller · 1h 28m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, Avengement (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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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Hi-YAH
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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    10.First Blood (1982)

    ★ 7.5 · Action · Adventure · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Son of a Gun clicked for you, First Blood (1982) 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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    • YouTube TV
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FAQ

What should I watch after Son of a Gun?
Try Street Kings, Undisputed II: Last Man Standing, Heist—each shares DNA with Son of a Gun while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Son of a Gun?
Son of a Gun (2014) is best described as Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Son of a Gun 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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