Top 5 Heist Movies That Will Steal You Away From Your Everyday Worries

Movies have a long history of romanticizing criminals of all kinds, and robbery often comes with the criminals.

So, if you want to watch some intense and exciting heists, then these 5 movies are the perfect choice.

Heat (1995)

A Michael Mann classic starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, Heat is about a cat-and-mouse game between a professional thief leading a gang of thieves (De Niro) and a police lieutenant (Pacino) trying to track him down. One of the best gunfights in movie history is the cherry on top of a great movie overall.

Ocean’s Eleven (2001)

This remake of the 1960s film of the same name follows professional thief Danny Ocean, portrayed by George Clooney, as he attempts to rob three Las Vegas casinos at once, which requires a crew of highly skilled personnel. The film marks the beginning of a whole new franchise and is a classic heist story with elaborate plans, high stakes and dealing with unexpected complications.

Inception (2010)

At first glance, Christopher Nolan’s mind-boggling story may not seem like the most obvious example of a heist movie, but at its core, Inception is exactly that. The only difference is that instead of infiltrating bank vaults, Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his crew infiltrate people’s minds using dream-sharing technology to steal information or plant ideas.

Reservoir Dogs (1992)

The now-legendary director Quentin Tarantino’s first film is about a diamond heist, though the theft itself takes place off-screen. However, the rest of the film is a fine example of a heist movie, with daring preparations and escapes, albeit in a non-linear order.

Baby Driver (2017)

Directed by Edgar Wright, this film tells the story of a young driver, played by Ansel Elgort, who suffers from tinnitus and listens to music while working to deal with it. With a compelling story and characters, a great soundtrack, and hot pursuits, it’s a perfect movie for those who love heists.