One of the most popular subgenres of “crime” films is that of robberies and assaults. Known as “heist films” or “caper films,” this subgenre is characterized by plots that focus on elaborate robbery plans and the consequences that follow.
If you also like “heist movies”, read on. Below we list 10 heist and robbery movies available on streaming services.
Movies about heists and robberies: the top 10
A box office success, “Trick of the Master” is a true example of a “heist movie.” The plot follows a group of illusionists who rob banks during their shows and distribute the money to the audience.
The cast includes Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Mélanie Laurent, Isla Fisher, Common, Dave Franco, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. The film received a sequel in 2016.
Based on the novel by W.R. Burnett, “The Secret of the Jewels” is a film noir. The film is recognized by critics as one of John Huston’s best works and also as one of the greatest examples of the detective genre.
The plot revolves around a gang trying to pull off a major jewelry heist in the American Midwest.
The cast includes Sterling Hayden, Louis Calhern, Jean Hagen, James Whitmore, Sam Jaffe, John McIntire and Marilyn Monroe.
Jason Statham-starring heist film “The Domino Effect” is inspired by a true event.
The film is based on a bank robbery that took place in Baker Street in London in 1971. It is directed by Roger Donaldson (“The Experience”).
Acclaimed by audiences and critics, “Golpe de Master” is a film about the heist starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford. The film won seven Oscars, including “Best Picture”.
The plot follows two con men who plan a major scam against a powerful crime boss. Directed by George Roy Hill.
Directed by John McTiernan (“Die Hard”), “Thomas Crown” is a heist film starring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo.
In the plot, billionaire Thomas Crown (Brosnan) steals a painting from a gallery and starts a cat-and-mouse game with an insurance investigator (Russo). The film is a remake of “The Magnificent Crown” (1968).
A remake of the 1960 film of the same name, “Ocean’s Eleven” is a heist film that brings together a strong cast. Names such as George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy García, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck, Elliott Gould and Bernie Mac participate in the production.
Directed by Steven Soderbergh, the plot follows a team of specialists who plan a daring heist of Las Vegas casinos. A box office success, the film has won two sequels and a spin-off.
As the title suggests, “The Heist” is a heist film written and directed by David Mamet. The cast includes names such as Gene Hackman, Danny DeVito, Delroy Lindo, and Sam Rockwell.
In the plot, a professional thief is caught on camera during a scam. This carelessness creates problems and now he needs to gather his colleagues for another robbery.
Combining comedy with a heist film, “A Fish Called Wanda” was a huge success with audiences and critics. The film was directed by Charles Crichton and stars John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline and Michael Palin.
In the plot, four criminals successfully carry out a jewel heist. However, after betrayal and confusion, they try to recover the proceeds of the robbery hidden by the putschist, who is in prison.
Directed by Edgar Wright (“Everybody Almost Dead”), “Running Away” received praise for its soundtrack’s synchronization with the action scenes.
The plot follows a young getaway driver (Ansel Elgort) who suffers from constant tinnitus and uses music to improve his performance. He is involved in a series of bank robberies and tries to leave the world of crime.
Written and directed by Michael Mann, the acclaimed “Fire Against Fire” features one of the most iconic bank robbery scenes in cinema. The film stars Al Pacino and Robert De Niro.
The plot follows a group of criminals led by a master thief (De Niro) and a police detective (Pacino) determined to catch them.
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