Tragedy Movies

The Tragedy movies on 123movies don’t just hit — they wreck you in the best way. These emotional dramas go deep with heartbreaking arcs, soul-crushing twists, and characters you’ll carry long after the credits roll. Whether it’s doomed romance or raw human loss, every film here dares to feel big and hurt hard. Grab tissues and brace your soul — it’s gonna get real.

Killers of the Flower Moon Killers of the Flower Moon 7.6 3h 26min
Killers of the Flower Moon
IMDb: 7.6
3h 26min

When oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one—until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery.

The Banshees of Inisherin The Banshees of Inisherin 7.7 1h 54min
The Banshees of Inisherin
IMDb: 7.7
1h 54min

Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.

All Quiet on the Western Front All Quiet on the Western Front 7.8 2h 28min
All Quiet on the Western Front
IMDb: 7.8
2h 28min

Paul Baumer and his friends Albert and Muller, egged on by romantic dreams of heroism, voluntarily enlist in the German army. Full of excitement and patriotic fervour, the boys enthusiastically…

The Northman The Northman 7.0 2h 17min
The Northman
IMDb: 7
2h 17min

Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy’s mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now…

The Kashmir Files The Kashmir Files 8.5 2h 50min
The Kashmir Files
IMDb: 8.5
2h 50min

Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous events in Kashmir during the late 1980s and early 1990s, this film delves into the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the region. Directed…

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Don’t Look Up Don’t Look Up 7.2 2h 18min
Don’t Look Up
IMDb: 7.2
2h 18min

Two astronomers go on a media tour to warn humankind of a planet-killing comet hurtling toward Earth. The response from a distracted world: Meh.

Parasite Parasite 8.5 2h 12min
Parasite
IMDb: 8.5
2h 12min

All unemployed, Ki-taek’s family takes peculiar interest in the wealthy and glamorous Parks for their livelihood until they get entangled in an unexpected incident.

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Joker Joker 8.3 2h 2min
Joker
IMDb: 8.3
2h 2min

In this intense character study, Joaquin Phoenix delivers a haunting performance as Arthur Fleck, a troubled man who embarks on a dark journey in a gritty, crime-ridden Gotham City. Directed…

Avengers: Endgame Avengers: Endgame 8.4 3h 1min
Avengers: Endgame
IMDb: 8.4
3h 1min

In this epic conclusion to a decade-long saga, the remaining members of a superhero team must come together to undo the catastrophic events caused by a powerful adversary. The film…

A Star Is Born A Star Is Born 7.6 2h 16min
A Star Is Born
IMDb: 7.6
2h 16min

Seasoned musician Jackson Maine discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally. She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer—until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

Hereditary Hereditary 7.3 2h 7min
Hereditary
IMDb: 7.3
2h 7min

Ari Aster’s directorial debut is a chilling exploration of family dynamics and inherited trauma. The film follows the Graham family as they unravel dark secrets following the death of their…

Wind River Wind River 7.7 1h 47min
Wind River
IMDb: 7.7
1h 47min

Set against the stark and unforgiving backdrop of a Wyoming Native American reservation, this gripping thriller follows a seasoned wildlife tracker, played by Jeremy Renner, and an inexperienced FBI agent,…

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 7.8 2h 13min
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
IMDb: 7.8
2h 13min

In this thrilling installment of the Star Wars saga, a group of unlikely heroes bands together on a mission to steal the plans for the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate…

Manchester by the Sea Manchester by the Sea 7.8 2h 17min
Manchester by the Sea
IMDb: 7.8
2h 17min

In this poignant drama directed by Kenneth Lonergan, the story follows Lee Chandler, played by Casey Affleck, as he returns to his hometown after the sudden death of his brother….

Nocturnal Animals Nocturnal Animals 7.4 1h 56min
Nocturnal Animals
IMDb: 7.4
1h 56min

In this 2016 psychological thriller, a successful art gallery owner, played by Amy Adams, receives a manuscript from her ex-husband, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal, which forces her to confront dark…

Hell or High Water Hell or High Water 7.6 1h 42min
Hell or High Water
IMDb: 7.6
1h 42min

In this gripping crime drama directed by David Mackenzie, two brothers embark on a series of bank heists in West Texas to save their family ranch from foreclosure. The film…

Train to Busan Train to Busan 7.6 1h 58min
Train to Busan
IMDb: 7.6
1h 58min

In this gripping South Korean thriller, a father and his young daughter board a high-speed train from Seoul to Busan, only to find themselves trapped amidst a sudden zombie outbreak….

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Gone Girl Gone Girl 8.1 2h 29min
Gone Girl
IMDb: 8.1
2h 29min

In this gripping psychological thriller, the disappearance of a woman on her fifth wedding anniversary becomes the center of a media frenzy, with her husband as the prime suspect. The…

The Fault In Our Stars The Fault In Our Stars 7.6 2h 6min
The Fault In Our Stars
IMDb: 7.6
2h 6min

In this poignant romantic drama directed by Josh Boone, two teenagers, Hazel Grace Lancaster and Augustus Waters, navigate the complexities of life and love while dealing with the challenges of…

12 Years a Slave 12 Years a Slave 8.1 2h 14min
12 Years a Slave
IMDb: 8.1
2h 14min

Directed by Steve McQueen, this powerful historical drama follows the harrowing journey of Solomon Northup, a free African-American man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War…

The Great Gatsby The Great Gatsby 7.2 2h 23min
The Great Gatsby
IMDb: 7.2
2h 23min

Set in the opulent world of 1920s New York, this film follows the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. Narrated by Nick Carraway, a…

The Place Beyond the Pines The Place Beyond the Pines 7.3 2h 20min
The Place Beyond the Pines
IMDb: 7.3
2h 20min

This gripping drama, directed by Derek Cianfrance, weaves together the lives of a motorcycle stunt rider, played by Ryan Gosling, and a rookie cop, portrayed by Bradley Cooper, in a…

The Hunt The Hunt 8.3 1h 55min
The Hunt
IMDb: 8.3
1h 55min

In a small Danish town, a kindergarten teacher’s life unravels when he becomes the target of a false accusation, leading to a community-wide witch hunt. The film stars Mads Mikkelsen,…

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The Road The Road 7.2 1h 51min
The Road
IMDb: 7.2
1h 51min

In a bleak, post-apocalyptic world, a father and his young son struggle to survive as they journey across a desolate landscape, facing numerous challenges and moral dilemmas. The film stars…

Seven Pounds Seven Pounds 7.6 2h 3min
Seven Pounds
IMDb: 7.6
2h 3min

In this 2008 drama directed by Gabriele Muccino, Will Smith delivers a compelling performance as a man on a mission to change the lives of seven strangers. The film intricately…

The Wrestler The Wrestler 7.9 1h 49min
The Wrestler
IMDb: 7.9
1h 49min

In this 2008 drama, Mickey Rourke delivers a powerful performance as Randy “The Ram” Robinson, a once-famous professional wrestler who is now grappling with the challenges of aging and the…

There Will Be Blood There Will Be Blood 8.2 2h 38min
There Will Be Blood
IMDb: 8.2
2h 38min

Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this film follows the ambitious and ruthless oil prospector Daniel Plainview, portrayed by Daniel Day-Lewis, as he seeks wealth and power…

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street 7.3 1h 56min
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street
IMDb: 7.3
1h 56min

In this dark and atmospheric musical thriller, a vengeful barber returns to London after being wrongfully imprisoned, seeking retribution against those who wronged him. The film stars Johnny Depp and…

Into The Wild Into The Wild 8.0 2h 28min
Into The Wild
IMDb: 8
2h 28min

This film, directed by Sean Penn, follows the journey of Christopher McCandless, a young man who abandons his possessions and savings to travel across America and live in the Alaskan…

The Prestige The Prestige 8.5 2h 10min
The Prestige
IMDb: 8.5
2h 10min

Set in the late 19th century, this film follows the intense rivalry between two magicians, Robert Angier and Alfred Borden, whose competitive obsession with creating the ultimate stage illusion leads…

Pan’s Labyrinth Pan’s Labyrinth 8.2 1h 58min
Pan’s Labyrinth
IMDb: 8.2
1h 58min

Set in post-Civil War Spain, this dark fantasy film follows a young girl named Ofelia, played by Ivana Baquero, who discovers a mysterious labyrinth and meets a faun who sets…

Brokeback Mountain Brokeback Mountain 7.7 2h 14min
Brokeback Mountain
IMDb: 7.7
2h 14min

Set against the sweeping landscapes of Wyoming, this poignant drama explores the complex emotional and sexual relationship between two cowboys, Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, portrayed by Heath Ledger…

Batman Begins Batman Begins 8.2 2h 20min
Batman Begins
IMDb: 8.2
2h 20min

In this 2005 film, audiences are introduced to the origins of the iconic superhero as he transforms from a troubled heir into a masked vigilante. The narrative delves into the…

Star Wars Episode 3 Revenge of the Sith Star Wars Episode 3 Revenge of the Sith 7.6 2h 20min
Star Wars Episode 3 Revenge of the Sith
IMDb: 7.6
2h 20min

In this installment of the iconic space opera saga, the galaxy is on the brink of transformation as the Clone Wars rage on. The film follows the journey of Anakin…

Crash Crash 7.7 1h 52min
Crash
IMDb: 7.7
1h 52min

Set in Los Angeles, this 2005 film intricately weaves together the lives of several characters from different backgrounds, exploring themes of race, prejudice, and interconnectedness. Directed by Paul Haggis, the…

Million Dollar Baby Million Dollar Baby 8.1 2h 12min
Million Dollar Baby
IMDb: 8.1
2h 12min

In this 2004 drama, a hardened boxing trainer reluctantly agrees to train a determined young woman who dreams of becoming a professional fighter. The film stars Hilary Swank, who delivers…

Downfall Downfall 8.2 2h 36min
Downfall
IMDb: 8.2
2h 36min

Set during the final days of World War II, this gripping historical drama offers a harrowing depiction of Adolf Hitler’s last moments in his Berlin bunker. Directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel,…

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Troy DC Troy DC 7.3 2h 43min
Troy DC
IMDb: 7.3
2h 43min

Set against the backdrop of ancient Greece, this epic tale follows the legendary conflict between the kingdoms of Troy and Sparta, sparked by the elopement of Helen, the queen of…

Man on Fire Man on Fire 7.7 2h 26min
Man on Fire
IMDb: 7.7
2h 26min

In this intense action thriller, a former CIA operative, played by Denzel Washington, is hired as a bodyguard for a young girl in Mexico City. As he forms a bond…

The Butterfly Effect The Butterfly Effect 7.6 1h 53min
The Butterfly Effect
IMDb: 7.6
1h 53min

In this thought-provoking thriller, Evan Treborn, played by Ashton Kutcher, discovers he can travel back in time to alter significant moments in his life. As he attempts to fix past…

The Last Samurai The Last Samurai 7.8 2h 34min
The Last Samurai
IMDb: 7.8
2h 34min

Set in the late 19th century, this film follows the journey of Captain Nathan Algren, played by Tom Cruise, a disillusioned American military officer hired to train the Japanese army…

The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King 9.0 3h 21min
The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King
IMDb: 9
3h 21min

In this epic conclusion to a legendary trilogy, the forces of good and evil clash in a final battle for the fate of Middle-earth. As Frodo and Sam continue their…

The Pianist The Pianist 8.5 2h 30min
The Pianist
IMDb: 8.5
2h 30min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this film follows the true story of WĹ‚adysĹ‚aw Szpilman, a gifted Polish-Jewish pianist, as he struggles to survive the Nazi occupation…

Insomnia Insomnia 7.2 1h 58min
Insomnia
IMDb: 7.2
1h 58min

In this gripping psychological thriller, two Los Angeles detectives are dispatched to a small Alaskan town to investigate the murder of a teenage girl. As the investigation unfolds, the lead…

Black Hawk Down Black Hawk Down 7.7 2h 24min
Black Hawk Down
IMDb: 7.7
2h 24min

Set against the backdrop of the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, this intense war film follows a group of elite U.S. soldiers as they embark on a mission to capture a…

Training Day Training Day 7.8 2h 2min
Training Day
IMDb: 7.8
2h 2min

In this gripping crime thriller directed by Antoine Fuqua, rookie cop Jake Hoyt, played by Ethan Hawke, embarks on a tense 24-hour evaluation with veteran narcotics officer Alonzo Harris, portrayed…

Mulholland Drive Mulholland Drive 7.9 2h 27min
Mulholland Drive
IMDb: 7.9
2h 27min

Directed by David Lynch, this enigmatic film weaves a complex narrative that blurs the lines between dreams and reality. It follows the story of an amnesiac woman and an aspiring…

Blow Blow 7.5 2h 4min
Blow
IMDb: 7.5
2h 4min

In this crime drama directed by Ted Demme, the film chronicles the rise and fall of George Jung, a real-life figure who played a pivotal role in the American cocaine…

Requiem for a Dream Requiem for a Dream 8.3 1h 42min
Requiem for a Dream
IMDb: 8.3
1h 42min

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this intense drama explores the harrowing descent into addiction experienced by four interconnected characters. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans,…

The Green Mile The Green Mile 8.6 3h 9min
The Green Mile
IMDb: 8.6
3h 9min

Set in the 1930s, this film follows the lives of death row guards at a penitentiary, focusing on the supernatural events that unfold after the arrival of a mysterious inmate,…

American Beauty American Beauty 8.3 2h 2min
American Beauty
IMDb: 8.3
2h 2min

Directed by Sam Mendes, this film explores the complexities of suburban life through the lens of Lester Burnham, played by Kevin Spacey, who experiences a midlife crisis that leads him…

American History X American History X 8.5 1h 59min
American History X
IMDb: 8.5
1h 59min

In this gripping drama directed by Tony Kaye, the story delves into the life of a former neo-Nazi skinhead who struggles to prevent his younger brother from following the same…

Life Is Beautiful Life Is Beautiful 8.6 1h 56min
Life Is Beautiful
IMDb: 8.6
1h 56min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this poignant film follows the journey of Guido, a charming and imaginative Jewish-Italian man, who uses humor and creativity to shield…

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Titanic Titanic 7.9 3h 14min
Titanic
IMDb: 7.9
3h 14min

Set against the backdrop of the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic, this 1997 film weaves a poignant tale of romance and tragedy. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet,…

The Game The Game 7.7 2h 9min
The Game
IMDb: 7.7
2h 9min

Directed by David Fincher, this psychological thriller stars Michael Douglas as Nicholas Van Orton, a wealthy and aloof investment banker whose life takes a dramatic turn when he receives an…

Contact Contact 7.5 2h 30min
Contact
IMDb: 7.5
2h 30min

In this 1997 science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis, Dr. Ellie Arroway, played by Jodie Foster, is a dedicated scientist who discovers a signal from an extraterrestrial source. As…

Fargo Fargo 8.1 1h 38min
Fargo
IMDb: 8.1
1h 38min

Set against the stark, snow-covered landscape of Minnesota, this film follows the story of a desperate car salesman, Jerry Lundegaard, who concocts a plan to have his wife kidnapped in…

Interview with the Vampire Interview with the Vampire 7.5 2h 3min
Interview with the Vampire
IMDb: 7.5
2h 3min

In this atmospheric adaptation of Anne Rice’s novel, a centuries-old vampire recounts his life story to a modern-day journalist. The narrative delves into themes of immortality, loneliness, and the moral…

What’s Eating Gilbert Grape What’s Eating Gilbert Grape 7.7 1h 58min
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape
IMDb: 7.7
1h 58min

Set in the small town of Endora, this poignant drama follows the life of a young man burdened with the responsibility of caring for his family, including his morbidly obese…

Schindler’s List Schindler’s List 9.0 3h 15min
Schindler’s List
IMDb: 9
3h 15min

Set during the harrowing period of World War II, this film follows the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who becomes an unlikely hero by saving the lives…

Unforgiven Unforgiven 8.2 2h 10min
Unforgiven
IMDb: 8.2
2h 10min

Set in the late 19th century, this Western drama follows the story of a retired gunslinger, played by Clint Eastwood, who is reluctantly drawn back into his old life for…

Batman Batman 7.5 2h 6min
Batman
IMDb: 7.5
2h 6min

In this iconic film, Gotham City is under the shadow of crime and corruption, and a mysterious vigilante known as the Caped Crusader emerges to restore justice. The story follows…

Aliens Aliens 8.4 2h 17min
Aliens
IMDb: 8.4
2h 17min

In this thrilling science fiction sequel, directed by James Cameron, the story follows Ellen Ripley, played by Sigourney Weaver, as she returns to the alien-infested planet where her nightmare began….

Amadeus Amadeus 8.4 2h 40min
Amadeus
IMDb: 8.4
2h 40min

Set in the opulent world of 18th-century Vienna, this film explores the tumultuous relationship between the prodigious composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his envious contemporary, Antonio Salieri. The narrative unfolds…

Scarface Scarface 8.3 2h 50min
Scarface
IMDb: 8.3
2h 50min

In this iconic crime drama directed by Brian De Palma, Al Pacino delivers a powerful performance as Tony Montana, a determined Cuban immigrant who rises to power in Miami’s drug…

The Thing The Thing 8.2 1h 49min
The Thing
IMDb: 8.2
1h 49min

In this 1982 science fiction horror film, a group of researchers stationed in Antarctica encounter a shape-shifting alien that can assimilate and imitate any living organism. As paranoia and tension…

The Elephant Man The Elephant Man 8.2 2h 4min
The Elephant Man
IMDb: 8.2
2h 4min

Set in the late 19th century, this poignant drama follows the life of John Merrick, a man with severe physical deformities who is discovered by Dr. Frederick Treves in a…

The Godfather: Part II The Godfather: Part II 9.0 3h 22min
The Godfather: Part II
IMDb: 9
3h 22min

In the continuing saga of the Corleone crime family, a young Vito Corleone grows up in Sicily and in 1910s New York. In the 1950s, Michael Corleone attempts to expand…

Chinatown Chinatown 8.1 2h 10min
Chinatown
IMDb: 8.1
2h 10min

Set in 1930s Los Angeles, this film follows private investigator J.J. Gittes, played by Jack Nicholson, as he becomes embroiled in a complex web of deceit, corruption, and murder while…

The Godfather The Godfather 9.2 2h 55min
The Godfather
IMDb: 9.2
2h 55min

Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his…

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb 8.3 1h 35min
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
IMDb: 8.3
1h 35min

In this satirical masterpiece directed by Stanley Kubrick, the world teeters on the brink of nuclear disaster due to a deranged general’s actions. The film cleverly explores the absurdity of…

Citizen Kane Citizen Kane 8.3 1h 59min
Citizen Kane
IMDb: 8.3
1h 59min

This groundbreaking film, directed by Orson Welles, follows the life of a wealthy newspaper magnate, Charles Foster Kane, as journalists attempt to uncover the meaning behind his enigmatic last word,…