Ranked by IMDb rating — 35 Tamil crime films released in 2023.
Ghitha Mohhan · 118 min
Shiva and Jessy are in love but Jessy's father strongly opposes the union. Shiva joins hands with a criminal with his own agenda. Will it end well for Shiva and Jessy?
Cast: Angana Arya, Avinash, Giri
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (9.2/10 on IMDb (117 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Vetrimaaran · 150 min · RS Infotainment / Grass Root Film Company
A police constable in rural Tamil Nadu becomes embroiled in a high-stakes operation to capture a leader of an extremist group protesting a government-backed mining project. As he navigates bureaucratic red tape and confronts his own moral compass, he uncovers a personal connection to the target. The situation escalates into violence, forcing him to choose between loyalty and justice.
Cast: Soori, Vijay Sethupathi, Bhavani Sre
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.3/10 on IMDb (9,435 votes), 100% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Disney
After a family is killed by mysterious individuals, a man driven by mental anguish takes justice into his own hands. He aims to punish the killers and those who caused them to escape the law
Cast: Aadhik Babu, Archana, M s Bhaskar
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (76 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Jagan Vijaya · 111 min · Lefty Manual Creations
Two people -An autistic teenager living with his mother and A young woman abducted by an unknown group.
Cast: Kpy Bala, Gouri Kishan, Vinoth Kishan
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.0/10 on IMDb (107 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Vignesh Raja · 147 min · Applause Entertainment / E4 Entertainment / Eprius Studio
A young police trainee is assigned to assist a senior officer on a murder investigation involving multiple victims strangled with an iron wire. As they dig deeper, they uncover similarities to a series of unsolved crimes from decades ago, leading them to suspect a copycat killer. The investigation becomes increasingly personal as the team targets a prime suspect with a history of obsessive behavior and fixation on cleanliness.
Cast: R. Sarathkumar, Lisha Chinnu, Ashok Selvan
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (8.0/10 on IMDb (11,345 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Dayal Padmanabhan · 109 min
A stranger enters the life of a family that has been suffering in poverty for years. What follows are the events that make their lives even more miserable.
Cast: Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Santhosh Prathap, Charle
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.3/10 on IMDb (772 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Nelson Dilipkumar · 168 min · Sun Pictures
A police officer's son goes missing while investigating a gangster, leading to a cover-up by the department. The father seeks revenge against the gangster and enlists the help of a reformed criminal, but their actions escalate into violence. As the situation spirals out of control, the father must confront his own past as a ruthless jailer who helped reform criminals.
Cast: Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.2/10 on IMDb (44,674 votes), 50% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Lokesh Kanagaraj · 164 min · Seven Screen Studio
A humble wildlife rescuer must confront his troubled past when a group of ruthless burglars threatens his family, leading to a violent confrontation that puts him on trial. As he fights for survival, he's forced to confront the truth about his own identity. A complex web of loyalty and deception ensnares him, threatening to destroy everything he holds dear.
Cast: Joseph Vijay, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha Krishnan
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (7.2/10 on IMDb (73,373 votes), 82% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Atlee · 169 min · Red Chillies Entertainment
A man with amnesia is found by a tribal group in Northeast India after being thrown off a plane. Thirty years later, he becomes a key figure in Mumbai as an IPS officer who hijacks a train to secure funds for impoverished farmers. The officer's true identity is revealed through his interactions with a passenger and a global arms dealer, leading to a complex web of relationships and alliances.
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.9/10 on IMDb (107,507 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Obeli N. Krishna · 151 min · Studio Green / Pen Studios
A Tamil Nadu politician's disappearance sets off a chain of events as a CBI officer goes undercover to gather evidence against a powerful crime boss. The investigation leads to a complex web of alliances, rivalries, and deceit, with multiple characters caught in the crossfire. As tensions escalate, the officer must navigate treacherous underworld politics to uncover the truth behind the politician's disappearance.
Cast: Silambarasan TR, Gautham Karthik, Priya Bhavani Shankar
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.7/10 on IMDb (10,026 votes), 60% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Adhik Ravichandran · 150 min · Mini Studio
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Cast: Vishal, S.J. Suryah, Ritu Varma
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.6/10 on IMDb (6,140 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Prashanth Neel · 175 min · Hombale Films
In a centuries-old city-state ruled by a powerful family, a young warrior and his mother must navigate treacherous politics and ancient rivalries to protect their people. When a stranger arrives from abroad, the warrior is drawn into a deadly conflict that threatens to destroy the fragile balance of power in Khansaar. Ancient histories and long-forgotten alliances are revealed as the stakes grow higher. Loyalties are tested in this epic struggle for survival.
Cast: Prabhas, Karthikeya Dev, Prithviraj Sukumaran
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.6/10 on IMDb (75,183 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
C. S. Amudhan
An aloof editor of publication who is forced to comback to his old workplace when a friend gets murdered by a crazy fan.
Cast: Vijay Antony, Mahima Nambiar, Nandita Swetha
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga · 204 min · T-Series Films / Bhadrakali Pictures / Cine1 Studios
The hardened son of a powerful industrialist returns home after years abroad and vows to take bloody revenge on those threatening his father's life.
Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.2/10 on IMDb (111,191 votes), 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, 33/100 on Metacritic), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
H. Vinoth · 146 min · Bayview Projects LLP / Zee Studios
A daring bank heist goes awry when two groups of thieves clash in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. The situation escalates as a mysterious figure, known only by his alias "Michael Jackson", emerges with a hidden agenda. As the police struggle to contain the chaos, a web of deceit and betrayal is revealed, exposing a complex network of corruption and greed.
Cast: Ajith Kumar, Manju Warrier, Samuthirakani
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.1/10 on IMDb (29,819 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Domin D'Silva · 118 min · Yellow Bear Production
A woman's life is turned upside down when her husband is murdered during a home invasion. Seeking justice, she sets out to track down the perpetrators and bring them to account for their crime. Her quest for revenge becomes an all-consuming force in her life.
Cast: Sunaina Yella, Ananth Nag, Nivas Adithan
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (6.1/10 on IMDb (7,058 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Guru Ramanujam
An aspiring boxer hailing from North Madras travels to Renigunta looking for his Girlfriend's missing brother. He finds him and uncovers a scandal regarding Red Sandalwood smuggling.
Cast: Vetri, Diya Mayuri, Ganesh Venkatraman
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Mu. Maran
A young man falls in love with a girl, but her father doesn't approve. A friend's actions affect his peaceful life and some interconnected crimes happen.
Cast: Udhayanidhi Stalin, Aathmika, Prasanna
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
P.G. Mohan, L.R. Sundarapandi · 121 min
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Cast: Ajmal Ameer, Imman Annachi, Arjunan
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (5.6/10 on IMDb (1,602 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Suresh Sangaiah
Influential villager is murdered. Pradeep comes across the dead body and discovers jewell. He decides to surrender the jewels to the police but the greedy officials at the station refuse to believe his true intentions take him into custody.
Cast: Premgi Amaren, Lakshmi, Reshma Pasupuleti
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Vinil Scariah Varghese · 121 min
Siblings Naveen and Gowri find themselves in chaos and danger with a looming life threat which unravels a mysterious quest to uncover the identity of Rajni.
Cast: Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Kalidas Jayaram, Reba Monica John
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (5.5/10 on IMDb (217 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Balaji K. Kumar · 126 min
When a famous model is killed, a smart detective investigates after realizing the incident seems to be a mystery.
Cast: Vijay Antony, Meenaakshi Chaudhary, Ritika Singh
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (5.3/10 on IMDb (776 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Arun Vaseegaran · 143 min
How a national highway becomes a primary conflict in the lives of Meera, a journalist, and Maya, a college professor, and makes their life upside down.
Cast: Trisha Krishnan, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Santhosh Prathap
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (5.3/10 on IMDb (925 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Ranjit Jeyakodi · 152 min
The gang fighting over places. A youngster decides to gain control of the area. Can he complete his dream of ruling over the place?
Cast: Sundeep Kishan, Vijay Sethupathi, Divyansha Kaushik
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (5.0/10 on IMDb (1,585 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
I. Ahmed · 154 min · Passion Studios
A city lives in fear of a psychotic killer, and confidence in the police wanes. Arjun and Andrew finally arrest the killer, but he escapes and chaos reigns again.
Cast: Jayam Ravi, Nayanthara, Vijayalakshmi Ahathian
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (4.7/10 on IMDb (2,213 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Sai Karthik · Menpani Production
A series of murders happens in a City (Chennai), which is investigated by CBI Officer Evvi Ilavalavan (Natty Natraj). Will he find the answers for the question Who, How and Why of the crime, that too in time?
Cast: Natarajan Subramaniam, Vidya Pradeep, Munishkanth
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Raju Murugan · 156 min
A daring robbery in a jewellery showroom kickstarts the hunt for Japan, a notorious robber, who is a law unto himself.
Cast: Karthi, K.S. Ravikumar, Sunil
AI verdict: Based on aggregated scores (3.1/10 on IMDb (2,239 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Abu Baker Siddiq
An orphaned girl's heartfelt letter to God, seeking her parents' return, falls into the hands of a ruthless gangster who plots to kidnap her for ransom from the orphanage.
Cast: Sasitharan K. Rajoo, Pushpa Narayan, Devyana Hasan
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Dinesh Kumaran
Four different stories are linked to each other on the mission of idol abduction. The story interwoves the life of local chain snatchers (Asraf & Dinesh), who lives with a dream of becoming rich and the journey of a youngster(Pappu), who wants to propose his love to his friend(jey) unlikely meets with the life of a local gangster Karthi), who missed the statue of 'Raja Raja Chozhan' that comes in hand to a depraved police officer(Gajaraj). Does the lost statue
Cast: Gajaraj, V J Pappu, Saikarthi
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Brinda
The lives of a few gangsters in Kanyakumari.
Cast: Hridhu Haroon, Anaswara Rajan, Bobby Simha
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Dayal Padmanabhan
Revolve around four close friends seeking revenge for the murder of their friend
Cast: Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Santhosh Prathap, Mahat Raghavendra
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Stalin V · Ambigapathy Movie Makers
A Sequence of Murder is taking Place surrounding Hero and most importantly the victims are all close to him. Hero is searching the Culprit & Police Inspector also does the same since its his duty. At one point Police focus shift towards the Hero since situation makes Cop to suspect the Hero. Hero argues with Police Inspector and escaped to find the real Culprit. Cop chases Hero & Hero Chases unknown Culprit . We will find out the Twist in Silver Screen whether Cop Catches Hero or Hero identified the Real Culprit.
Cast: Jai Akash, Naira Nihar, Prajin Padmanabhan
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Keshav Depur · 116 min
The story tells the story of three women caught up in a random murder and their struggles to escape.
Cast: Deepika, Karthik, Gayatri Patel
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Sathish Geetha Kumar · 96 min
Eegai, a suspended police officer with a disorder, investigates Dhivya's death. In pursuit for justice, he discovers a criminal network involving VIPs.
Cast: Vincent Ashokan, Mansoor Ali Khan, Subiksha Krishnan
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Ramdev · 141 min
Moondram Manithan is a Tamil movie starring K. Bhagyaraj and Sonia Agarwal in the lead.
Cast: Brana Abdulsalam, Sonia Agarwal, Srinath Alnath
AI verdict: Not enough ratings data yet for an AI verdict.
Our top-ranked Tamil crime movie of 2023 is Theedhum Soodhum Endhan Mugavari, based on its IMDb rating (TMDb as a fallback where OMDb hasn't rated it yet).
We've catalogued 35 Tamil crime movies released in 2023.
