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The Lincoln Lawyer

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Why people love it

The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) stuck because it commits to its crime premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Brad Furman's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The crime and drama blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 59m · ★ 7.2

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  1. 96match

    1.American Psycho (2000)

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

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, American Psycho (2000) 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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    • Amazon Prime Video
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  2. 94match

    2.The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)

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

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) 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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    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • MGM Plus
    • Philo
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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  3. 92match

    3.Primal Fear (1996)

    7.7 · Crime · Drama · Mystery · 2h 10m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Primal Fear (1996) 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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    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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  4. 90match

    4.Cape Fear (1991)

    7.3 · Drama · Crime · Thriller · 2h 8m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Cape Fear (1991) 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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    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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  5. 88match

    5.Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017)

    6.3 · Drama · Crime · Thriller · 2h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) 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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    • Starz Apple TV Channel
    • Starz Roku Premium Channel
    • Starz
    • Philo
    • Starz Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  6. 86match

    6.High Crimes (2002)

    6.3 · Drama · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 55m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, High Crimes (2002) 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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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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  7. 84match

    7.Chicago (2002)

    7.1 · Comedy · Crime · Drama · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Chicago (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and drama, 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
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • TCM
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  8. 82match

    8.Changing Lanes (2002)

    6.3 · Thriller · Drama · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Changing Lanes (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama 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
    • Starz Apple TV Channel
    • Starz Roku Premium Channel
    • Starz
    • Philo
    • Starz Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    9.Body Double (1984)

    6.8 · Crime · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Body Double (1984) 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
    • Criterion Channel
    • Philo
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    10.Klute (1971)

    6.8 · Thriller · Mystery · Crime · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Lincoln Lawyer clicked for you, Klute (1971) 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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FAQ

What should I watch after The Lincoln Lawyer?
Try American Psycho, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Primal Fear—each shares DNA with The Lincoln Lawyer while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Lincoln Lawyer?
The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) is best described as Crime, Drama, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Lincoln Lawyer 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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