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Why people love it

People revisit The Driver for the same reason it broke through in 1978: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a thriller rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Walter Hill keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The crime and thriller blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 31m · ★ 7.2

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  1. 96match

    1.Fast & Furious (2009)

    ★ 6.7 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Fast & Furious (2009) 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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  2. 94match

    2.Mesrine: Killer Instinct (2008)

    ★ 7.3 · Drama · Action · Thriller · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Mesrine: Killer Instinct (2008) 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
    • Philo
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    3.Copshop (2021)

    ★ 6.3 · Thriller · Crime · Action · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Copshop (2021) 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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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  4. 90match

    4.The Getaway (1972)

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

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, The Getaway (1972) 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
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.Play Dirty (2025)

    ★ 6.6 · Crime · Action · Thriller · 2h 5m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Play Dirty (2025) 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
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  6. 86match

    6.Pulp Fiction (1994)

    ★ 8.5 · Thriller · Crime · Comedy · 2h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Pulp Fiction (1994) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
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    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
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    • AMC
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    7.Drive (2011)

    ★ 7.6 · Drama · Thriller · Crime · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Drive (2011) 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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    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    8.Ocean's Eleven (2001)

    ★ 7.5 · Thriller · Crime · 1h 56m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Ocean's Eleven (2001) 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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    • Starz Apple TV Channel
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    9.The Usual Suspects (1995)

    ★ 8.2 · Drama · Crime · Thriller · 1h 46m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, The Usual Suspects (1995) 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
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
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    10.Heat (1995)

    ★ 7.9 · Crime · Drama · Action · 2h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Driver clicked for you, Heat (1995) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and action, 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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    • Hulu
    • YouTube TV
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FAQ

What should I watch after The Driver?
Try Fast & Furious, Mesrine: Killer Instinct, Copshop—each shares DNA with The Driver while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Driver?
The Driver (1978) is best described as Crime, Thriller, Action. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Driver worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 7.2/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this crime lane.

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