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Heist movies are where the villains take the spotlight. They're professional, clever thieves always ready to bring surprise and excitement to viewers. If you're a fan of this genre, check out the top heist movies!
10. Baby Driver (2017) – The Young Driver
Baby Driver is a standout film directed by Edgar Wright. We follow the young and skilled driver, Baby, who chauffeurs a daring group of robbers. Despite his desire to leave behind a life of crime and find love, Baby finds himself unable to break free from the gang. Eventually, he's caught in a dire situation between the criminal organization and his beautiful girlfriend. The film's captivating storytelling keeps us guessing until the end.
9. Hell of High Water (2016) – No Retreat
Hell of High Water is a modern noir film by Taylor Sheridan. It tells the story of two brothers, Chris Pine and Ben Foster, who timidly commit bank robberies in the desolate Texas countryside to maintain their family farm. They are pursued by seasoned rangers Jeff and Gil, initially for duty, then for personal reasons. This film truly explodes with dedicated and memorable performances.
8. Now You See Me 1 & 2 (2013 - 2016) – The Century Heist
Featuring an all-star cast, Now You See Me tells the story of four talented magicians who join forces to rob banks, corrupt bank accounts, and distribute the money to the public. Their leader, Atlas, and his team mesmerize audiences with spectacular public heists that defy explanation. Meanwhile, they are pursued by two detectives intent on bringing down the Four Horsemen.
7. Logan Lucky (2017) – The Stroke of Luck Heist
Director Steven Soderbergh is known for his heist films, and Logan Lucky stands out as one of his remarkable works. In this film, a group of thieves executes a robbery during a NASCAR race. Interestingly, this gang is actually the Logan siblings. To pull off the plan successfully, they must enlist the help of safe-cracker Joe Bang (Daniel Craig), who is currently incarcerated. An escape and a heist in one film? What could be more thrilling?
6. The Red Circle (1970) – The Illusory Circle
Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, this film tells the story of a robbery in France. It follows three men—a thief, an escaped convict, and a former police officer—as they plot a complex heist for jewelry. This robbery is the result of the filmmakers' strenuous efforts and investment.
5. Inception (2010) – The Dream Thief
Christopher Nolan has crafted a resoundingly impactful film in his career. Inception emerged from Nolan's desire to tell a story about dreams—a narrative rich with emotions, representing the emotional world within someone's mind.
Leonardo DiCaprio portrays the leader of a group of criminals specializing in delving into the subconscious minds of others to steal (or implant) valuable ideas. Nolan meticulously constructs a world in the film that is logical and entirely comprehensible. Additionally, the director intertwines a poignant love story between the protagonist and his late wife.
4. The Town (2010) – The Crime-ridden Township
An outstanding endeavor by Ben Affleck in his directorial role, The Town is a captivating tale of seasoned bank robber Doug (Affleck) who falls for the bank manager (Rebecca Hall) he once took hostage. After the heist, he pursues her, and they fall in love. As they plan the next robbery, Doug must face challenges that could cost him everything, including the woman he loves.
3. Reservoir Dogs (1991) – The Betrayed
Quentin Tarantino's directorial debut tells the story of a group of ruthless robbers hired to carry out a jewelry store heist. What's intriguing is that they all use aliases and are complete strangers to each other. The robbers are ambushed by the police and must struggle to find a way out. As they realize they've been set up, the survivors engage in a battle of wits to uncover the traitor.
2. Ocean’s Eleven (2001) – The 11th Century Thieves
The first installment in the Ocean's series kicks off with a bang – a meticulously planned heist, filled with witty banter and meticulously crafted stunts. The biggest comedic element comes from the diverse team of thieves, inspired by various crime films.
1. Inside Man (2006) – The Dual Mission
Director Spike Lee orchestrates the world's greatest bank robbery, placing the entire Wall Street bank and its innocent occupants under the control of Dalton Russell. Detective Keith Frazier negotiates with the hostage-taker, always staying one step ahead of the mastermind behind the criminal faction. But things are never simple.
Conclusion
Here are the top 10 heist films that Mytour considers the best. Do you know of any other films deserving to be on this list? Share in the comments section!
