Michael Mann Movies: Release Order
Michael Mann has crafted a distinctive filmography spanning over four decades, primarily focusing on crime thrillers, procedural dramas, and character studies. From his breakthrough debut Thief to his epic crime saga Heat, Mann's films are known for their meticulous attention to detail, atmospheric cinematography, and exploration of professional obsession.
This complete release order includes all of Mann's theatrical features. While most films are standalone stories, you'll notice recurring themes of professionalism, moral ambiguity, and characters caught between their personal desires and professional duties. Note that Miami Vice is a feature film adaptation of Mann's own 1980s television series.
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Thief
A master safecracker specializing in diamond heists plans to retire from crime and build a legitimate life, but takes on one last big job with a dangerous gangster to fast-track his dreams.
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The Keep
During World War II, German soldiers stationed at an ancient Romanian fortress accidentally unleash a supernatural entity that begins terrorizing the garrison, attracting the attention of various individuals who must confront this mysterious evil.
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Manhunter
FBI Agent Will Graham comes out of retirement to consult with imprisoned cannibal Hannibal Lecter in order to catch a dangerous new serial killer.
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The Last of the Mohicans
In colonial America during the French and Indian War, a British colonel's daughter is captured by Huron warriors, but finds herself rescued by a group of Mohican trappers in this epic historical drama.
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Heat
A master thief and his crew pull off elaborate heists across Los Angeles while being relentlessly pursued by a determined detective. The two men develop a mutual respect despite being on opposite sides of the law in this epic crime thriller.
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The Insider
A tobacco industry whistleblower faces intense personal and professional retaliation when he decides to expose corporate secrets on 60 Minutes.
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Ali
This biographical drama follows the rise of Cassius Clay, later Muhammad Ali, from his 1964 Olympic gold medal victory to becoming one of boxing's most iconic and outspoken champions. The film explores how his bold personality and unwavering self-confidence revolutionized the image of African American athletes in professional sports.
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Collateral
A Los Angeles cab driver's routine night takes a deadly turn when he discovers his passenger is a professional assassin who forces him to be an unwilling accomplice in a series of hits across the city.
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Miami Vice
Undercover detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs infiltrate the dangerous world of Miami's drug trade, but their mission becomes complicated when personal relationships blur the lines between duty and desire.
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Public Enemies
During the Great Depression, charismatic bank robber John Dillinger becomes America's first Public Enemy Number One as FBI agent Melvin Purvis leads the hunt to capture the elusive outlaw.
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Blackhat
A furloughed convict teams up with American and Chinese partners to hunt down a dangerous cybercrime network that spans from Chicago to Jakarta. As they close in on their target, the investigation becomes increasingly personal and deadly.
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Ferrari
Set in 1957, ex-racecar driver Enzo Ferrari faces financial ruin as his company teeters on bankruptcy while his marriage to Laura is strained by personal tragedy and secrets.
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Other Film Series
A Better Tomorrow
A landmark Hong Kong action series exploring themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and redemption through stylized gunplay and emotional drama.
Ana de Armas
Cuban-born actress who transitioned from Spanish television to become a Hollywood star through acclaimed performances in Blade Runner 2049, Knives Out, and Blonde.
Christopher Nolan
Visionary British-American filmmaker renowned for his complex narratives, temporal experimentation, and spectacular practical filmmaking.
Noomi Rapace
Swedish actress known for intense, transformative performances across international cinema.
Pusher
A Danish crime trilogy exploring Copenhagen's criminal underworld through different protagonists, plus an unconnected English remake.
The Joker
A collection of major live-action Joker portrayals across different Batman film universes.