Movies like Road to Perdition

Key Features:: Gangster, Hitman, Father-son relationship, Revenge, Betrayal, Crime family, Moral ambiguity, 1930s, Loyalty, Violence-high, Period piece
Tone:: serious, gritty, dramatic
Target Audience:: Crime drama enthusiasts, Historical fiction fans, Character-driven movie lovers, Noir aficionados
Emotional Arc:: Affection → Loss → Vengeance

Road to Perdition

2002-07-12

Mike Sullivan works as a hit man for crime boss John Rooney. Sullivan views Rooney as a father figure, however after his son is witness to a killing, Mike Sullivan finds himself on the run in attempt to save the life of his son and at the same time looking for revenge on those who wronged him.

Genres

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Cast

Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jude Law, Tyler Hoechlin, Daniel Craig, Stanley Tucci, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Liam Aiken, Dylan Baker, Ciarán Hinds

Crew

Sam Mendes, David Self

Rating

★7.3(3838 votes)