Best Tamil Crime Movies of 2022

Lokesh Kanagaraj · 174 min · Raaj Kamal Films International / Turmeric Media

A former black ops squad leader, Amar, is tasked with taking down a group of masked vigilantes responsible for several high-profile murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that leads him to discover his own connection to the victims. The investigation ultimately reveals the true identity of the vigilante leader, who has been hiding in plain sight as Amar's foster brother.

Cast: Kamal Haasan, Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.6/10 on TMDb (171 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Prashanth Neel · 168 min · Hombale Films

After the events of K.G.F., Vijayendra Ingalagi continues his father's story as Anand suffers a stroke. Rocky seizes control of the Kolar Gold Fields and kills those who oppose him, including Virat and Kamal. As tensions rise, Rocky faces off against Adheera, who massacres guards at an outpost, signaling his return. The two engage in a cat-and-mouse game as Rocky tries to reclaim control of the western coastline.

Cast: Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.4/10 on TMDb (212 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Karthik Subbaraj · Seven Screen Studio

A middle-aged man, once a strict liquor-ban activist, is forced to confront his own past when he reconnects with an old friend who now owns a bar. The two men's lives become intertwined as they team up to sell a liquor brand, forcing Gandhi to reevaluate his principles and morals. Along the way, he must also navigate his complicated relationships and find a new sense of purpose.

Cast: Vikram, Dhruv Vikram, Bobby Simha

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AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Gautham Vasudev Menon · 172 min · Vels Film International

Muthuveeran, a young man from a village in Tamil Nadu, flees after threatening a landowner with a sickle. His mother arranges for him to find work in Mumbai, where he takes a job at a parotta store and starts earning money for his family. However, Muthu soon finds himself entangled in the underworld of gangsters and rival gangs, including Kaarji and Kutty Bhai, who mistakenly believe Chermadurai was working against them.

Cast: Silambarasan, Siddhi Idnani, Neeraj Madhav

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.4/10 on TMDb (17 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Arunraja Kamaraj · 140 min

An upright city-bred IPS officer investigates a mysterious case of three missing Dalit girls in a rural part of Tamil Nadu. While two are found dead, one is missing without any trace. Can he crack the case and get hold of the culprits?

Cast: Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tanya Ravichandran, Aari Arjuna

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.3/10 on TMDb (12 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Innasi Pandiyan · 123 min · Five Star Creations LLP

A sub-inspector trainee sets out on a journey to track an unsolved, 16-year-old case. But little does he know that fate and destiny will put him on an exhilarating ride.

Cast: Arulnithi, Pavithrah Marimuthu, Jayaprakash

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.0/10 on TMDb (7 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

V.J. Gopinath

As Saravannan's life restarts from where left off at the end of Jivii, his fate gets entangled again posing new challenges.

Cast: Vetri, Rohini, Karunakaran

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Anoop S Panicker · Amala Paul Productions

A high profile murder baffles the cops when a prison inmate claims responsibility and promises more deaths. Will the police surgeon Bhadra crack this mystery?

Cast: Amala Paul, Harish Uthaman, Riythvika

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Santhosh P. Jayakumar · 117 min

For Kathiravan, who lost his left leg in an accident,his 8-year-old daughter is his world. She is diagnosed with a congenital heart problem and 7 Million INR is needed to save his daughter. Unable to raise such a huge amount, he plans to kidnap businessman Rudra's daughter. Instead Kathir becomes embroiled in his own kidnapping plot.

Cast: Prabhu Deva, Raiza Wilson, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.0/10 on TMDb (1 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

AV. Krishna Paramatma

"Aruljothi" is a young pregnant woman. Somehow by the time of her adjunct absence, her unborn toddler is dislodged and abducted from her womb mysteriously.

Cast: Mime Gopi, Elango Kumaravel, Sheela Rajkumar

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AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

H. Vinoth · 179 min · Zee Studios / Bayview Projects LLP

In Chennai, a notorious outlaw motorcycle gang known as Satan's Slaves is wreaking havoc through violent crimes. ACP Arjun Kumar, a skilled but unorthodox investigator, teams up with his partner Sophia to track down the gang's leader and bring an end to their reign of terror. Their investigation leads them on a thrilling bike chase and confrontation that ultimately brings the perpetrators to justice.

Cast: Ajith Kumar, Huma Qureshi, Kartikeya Gummakonda

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (5.5/10 on TMDb (34 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Bala Aran · 107 min

Fate brings together a cop, a gangster and an aspiring filmmaker, who hail from different places. After the initial misunderstandings and confusions between them, they form as a team and go in search of a unique pig statue and a huge sum of money. But little did they know that they would have to face unheard hurdles and riddles to possess the statue and money.

Cast: Nishanth Russo, Vijay Sathya, Nakkalites Chella

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (8.0/10 on TMDb (1 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Bryan Biju George · 116 min

A former cop with mind-reading skills gets involved in a case involving rape and murder. Can he crack it while keeping a lid on the ghosts of his own past?

Cast: Rajaji Manickam, Janani Iyer, Balasaravanan

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (8.0/10 on TMDb (1 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Manoj Beedha · 143 min · Labyrinth Films

Kannayiram, a detective, forcefully staying in his native village for the asset dispute of his family heirloom. Aadhirai, a documentary filmmaker who visits the village for her Project work meets Kannayiram for her interview.

Cast: Santhanam, Riya Suman, Pugazh

AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.5/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Arun Matheswaran · 138 min

A police constable from an oppressed caste and her half-brother go after the dominant caste men who raped her and burned her husband and kid alive.

Cast: Keerthy Suresh, Selvaraghavan, Kanna Ravi

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.3/10 on TMDb (23 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Chandra Thangaraj

A son of a hunter starts dealing with guns to make his ends meet. Little does he know that fate would start hunting him and his friends for his decisions.

Cast: Karu Pazhaniappan, Soundararaja, Namo Narayana

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AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Jai Amar Singh · MP Entertainment

Ajay, a college student develops software to help nab cyber criminals. At the same time, a cyber crime spree is happening in Chennai.

Cast: Lingesh, Monica Chinnakotla, Ananth Nag

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AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Vijay Sri G

Five intertwined stories in one night: a father's vengeance, youngsters' crime, a bride's unfinished task, an out-of-work man's desperation, and a burglar duo, all connected by a cop trying to solve the mysteries.

Cast: Vidya Pradeep, Rajendran, Singampuli

AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

U.R. Jameel

A mother searches for answers after her child is killed by a serial murderer.

Cast: Hansika Motwani, Srikanth, Sujith Shankar

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AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.

Padmakumar M · 123 min

Following the death of his ex-wife, a retired police officer, who is known for his investigative prowess, unexpectedly gets pulled into a criminal case involving organ harvesting.

Cast: R. K. Suresh, Poorna, Madhu Shalini

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (7.5/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Mahivarman.CS · 117 min

A poor Laundry worker gets injured in a road accident and finds himself struggling for justice. He and his family suffers, due to conflicts among two different caste groups.

Cast: Nassar, Mu Ramaswamy, Powlen Jessica

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (8.0/10 on TMDb (1 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Praveen · 126 min

Praveen, an ambitious entrepreneur, is pushed to race against the clock and find the stolen money within the next 36 hours to save his father’s reputation and his family. Will the family survive this life-threatening situation?

Cast: Praveen, Anjali Rao, Venkat Sundar

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.5/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

G. N. R. Kumaravelan · 115 min

Sub-inspector Pari Venkat faces a huge tragedy putting him on an investigation to seek revenge.

Cast: Arun Vijay, Palak Lalwani, Kaali Venkat

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (4.9/10 on TMDb (10 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Ezhil · 121 min

A young woman is murdered right in front of a police station. The inspector at the station suspects her boyfriend, a private detective, who claims he is innocent. Who killed the girl and why?

Cast: Gautham Ram Karthik, R. Parthiban, Sai Priya Deva

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AI verdict: Based on TMDb's aggregated score (6.5/10 on TMDb (2 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.