GoodFellas (1990)

Drama Crime Directed by Martin Scorsese
→ Influenced 8 films ← Inspired by 1 films

The true story of Henry Hill, a half-Irish, half-Sicilian Brooklyn kid who is adopted by neighbourhood gangsters at an early age and climbs the ranks of a Mafia family under the guidance of Jimmy Conway.

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Influenced By

  1. The Godfather (1972)
    "Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film delves into the life of mob associate Henry Hill. It shares thematic elements with "The Godfather," such as the intricacies of organized crime and the personal costs of a criminal lifestyle. The American Film Institute ranked "Goodfellas" as the second-best gangster film, following "The Godfather."" Goodfellas Wikipedia

Influenced

  1. Swingers (2002)
    "The filmmakers aimed to capture the atmosphere of "Goodfellas" in "Swingers," particularly in its depiction of camaraderie and nightlife." Swingers Wikipedia
  2. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
    "Directed by Martin Scorsese, this crime film influenced Darabont's approach to depicting the passage of time and the use of voice-over narration in "The Shawshank Redemption." Darabont reportedly watched "Goodfellas" weekly during the production of his film." Heraldweekly source
  3. Boogie Nights (1997)
    "Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, "Boogie Nights" emulates the style and pacing of "Goodfellas." Anderson reportedly watched "Goodfellas" weekly during the production of "Boogie Nights" to capture its dynamic storytelling and character-driven narrative." Boogie Nights: How Paul Thomas Anderson Emulated Goodfellas' Style (& Nailed It) Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  4. American Hustle (2013)
    "David O. Russell's "American Hustle" mirrors "Goodfellas" in its use of long takes, voiceover narration, and a soundtrack filled with pop hits, reflecting Scorsese's influence on its storytelling approach." Goodfellas: 5 Movies That Influenced It (& 5 Movies It Influenced) Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  5. War Dogs (2016)
    "Directed by Todd Phillips, "War Dogs" adopts a narrative style reminiscent of "Goodfellas," featuring kinetic cross-cutting and a soundtrack filled with hits, aiming to capture a similar energy and tone." Goodfellas: 5 Movies That Influenced It (& 5 Movies It Influenced) Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  6. Kill the Irishman (2011)
    "This crime drama has been noted for its similarities to "Goodfellas," with critics pointing out its attempt to emulate Scorsese's style, though opinions on its success vary." Kill the Irishman Wikipedia
  7. Casino (1995)
    "Scorsese's own earlier work, *Goodfellas*, served as a structural and thematic precursor to *Casino*, particularly in its narrative style and exploration of organized crime." How Goodfellas Made Martin Scorsese's Casino Possible Adrienne Tyler ScreenRant
  8. Reservoir Dogs (1992)
    "Quentin Tarantino's debut film reflects the influence of "Goodfellas" in its witty dialogue and character interactions, blending humor with violence in a manner reminiscent of Scorsese's work." 5 Movies Inspired by Goodfellas | Film Threat Chris Gore Film Threat

GoodFellas (1990), directed by Martin Scorsese, was inspired by 1 earlier film — including The Godfather — and has been cited as an influence on 8 later works, such as Swingers, The Shawshank Redemption, and Boogie Nights. Check out the citations below.