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Best Heist Film

Reviewed by Lunoo Research Team · Updated Jun 27, 2026

51 ranked ·

Top-rated heist film ranked by our AI-powered scoring system.

· Re-ranked 6 days ago
#2
The Getaway (1972)

The Getaway (1972)

The Getaway is a 1972 American action thriller by Sam Peckinpah, adapted from Jim Thompson's novel and starring Steve McQueen as robber Doc McCoy.

8.05 Great
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The Lavender Hill Mob

The Lavender Hill Mob

The Lavender Hill Mob is a 1951 Ealing comedy by Charles Crichton, starring Alec Guinness and ranked by the BFI among the top British films.

8.48 Great
#3
Widows

Widows

Widows is a 2018 heist thriller directed by Steve McQueen, notable for adapting Lynda La Plante's British TV series to a Chicago-set crime plot.

8.02 Great
51 Items Ranked
6.2 Avg Score
8.5 Top Ranked Score
Summary: The best heist film in 2026 is The Lavender Hill Mob with a score of 8.48/10, followed by The Getaway (1972) (8.05) and Widows (8.02). This ranking is based on Lunoo's AI-powered scoring system which evaluates 51 heist film across category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value. Rankings were last refreshed on Jun 27, 2026.

table_chart Top 5 at a Glance

# Name Score Price Best For
#1 The Lavender Hill Mob The Lavender Hill Mob 8.48 - -
#2 The Getaway (1972) The Getaway (1972) 8.05 - -
#3 Widows Widows 8.02 - -
#4 Mesrine Mesrine 7.84 - -
#5 The Duke The Duke 7.75 - -

leaderboard Full Heist Film Rankings

Best 1 The Lavender Hill Mob

The Lavender Hill Mob is a 1951 Ealing comedy by Charles Crichton, starring Alec Guinness and ranked by the BFI among the top British films.

2 The Getaway (1972)

The Getaway is a 1972 American action thriller by Sam Peckinpah, adapted from Jim Thompson's novel and starring Steve McQueen as robber Doc McCoy.

3 Widows
Widows

Widows is a 2018 heist thriller directed by Steve McQueen, notable for adapting Lynda La Plante's British TV series to a Chicago-set crime plot.

4 Mesrine
Mesrine

Mesrine is a 2008 French-Canadian two-part crime biopic by Jean-Francois Richet, starring Vincent Cassel as gangster Jacques Mesrine.

5 The Duke
The Duke

The Duke is a 2020 British comedy drama by Roger Michell, dramatizing the 1961 theft of Goya's Duke of Wellington portrait from London's National Gallery.

6 Special 26
Special 26

Special 26 is a 2013 Hindi heist thriller by Neeraj Pandey, based on the 1987 Opera House case of criminals posing as CBI officers.

7 Jewel Thief

Jewel Thief is a 1967 Hindi spy-heist thriller directed by Vijay Anand, produced by Dev Anand's Navketan Films, and known for its identity plot.

8 Den of Thieves

Den of Thieves is a 2018 crime action film centering on a group of LAPD deputies pursuing a team of former Marine operatives. The plot involves an attempted robbery of the Federal Reserve in Los Angeles, with law enforcement attempting to apprehend the thieves. Gerard Butler and Pablo Schreiber star...

9 Gambit (1966)

Gambit is a 1966 American heist comedy by Ronald Neame, starring Michael Caine and Shirley MacLaine in a plot to steal an antique bust.

10 Cash on Demand

Cash on Demand is a 1961 British Hammer neo-noir thriller by Quentin Lawrence, starring Peter Cushing as a bank manager coerced into robbery.

11 Heist (2001)

Heist is a 2001 American crime drama written and directed by David Mamet, starring Gene Hackman, Danny DeVito, Delroy Lindo, and Sam Rockwell.

12 Thieves Like Us

Thieves Like Us is a 1974 American crime film directed by Robert Altman, adapting Edward Anderson's 1937 novel about Depression-era robbers.

13 Mankatha
Mankatha

Mankatha is a 2011 Tamil action thriller by Venkat Prabhu, starring Ajith Kumar in his 50th lead role as a corrupt officer in an IPL betting heist.

14 Larceny, Inc.

Larceny, Inc. is a 1942 American crime comedy by Lloyd Bacon, starring Edward G. Robinson in a Warner Bros. bank-robbery farce.

15 Going by the Book

Going by the Book is a 2007 South Korean heist comedy by Ra Hee-chan, a remake of the 1991 Japanese film Asobi no jikan wa owaranai.

16 Millionaires Express

Millionaires Express is a 1986 Hong Kong action comedy co-written, directed by, and starring Sammo Hung, with a large Golden Harvest ensemble cast.

17 The Thieves

The Thieves is a 2012 South Korean heist action comedy by Choi Dong-hoon, noted for drawing more than 12.9 million admissions in Korea.

18 Grand Slam
Grand Slam

Grand Slam is a 1967 Italian-Spanish-West German heist film by Giuliano Montaldo, with Edward G. Robinson and a score by Ennio Morricone.

19 Triple 9
Triple 9

Triple Nine is a crime thriller examining a meticulously planned bank heist in Los Angeles. The film explores the motivations and consequences of a conspiracy involving police officers, criminals, and intelligence operatives. Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Woody Harrelson star in this intense...

20 The Brink's Job

The Brink's Job is a 1978 crime comedy drama by William Friedkin, based on Boston's 1950 Brink's robbery of $2.7 million in cash and securities.

21 Now You See Me: Now You Don't

Now You See Me: Now You Don't is a 2025 heist film continuing the series established in *Now You See Me* (2013) and *Now You See Me 2*. The sequel features returning cast members including Morgan Freeman alongside new additions, following a story developed by multiple writers. It represents the thir...

22 Breaking and Re-entering

Breaking and Re-entering is a 2024 Taiwanese comedy-action film by Wang Ding-lin, a reverse-heist caper released in Taiwan before Netflix distribution.

23 Seven Golden Men

Seven Golden Men is a 1965 Italian crime comedy directed by Marco Vicario, centered on an international crew stealing gold from a Geneva bank.

24 Kaante
Kaante

Kaante is a 2002 Hindi heist action thriller by Sanjay Gupta, set in Los Angeles and noted for its strong debt to Reservoir Dogs.

25 Collectors
Collectors

Collectors is a 2020 South Korean heist action comedy by Park Jung-bae, about antiquities thieves planning a grave robbery in central Seoul.

26 Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga

Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga is a 2023 Hindi Netflix heist thriller by Ajay Singh, pairing a diamond robbery aboard a plane with a hijacking plot.

27 The Con Artists

The Con Artists is a 2014 South Korean heist film by Kim Hong-sun, starring Kim Woo-bin as a safecracker targeting Incheon Customs.

28 Dollars
Dollars

Dollars is a 1971 American heist comedy written and directed by Richard Brooks, starring Warren Beatty and Goldie Hawn in a Hamburg bank-vault scheme.

29 Time to Hunt

Time to Hunt is a 2020 South Korean dystopian action thriller by Yoon Sung-hyun, released worldwide by Netflix after a Berlinale Special premiere.

30 The Big Caper

The Big Caper is a 1957 American film noir by Robert Stevens, adapted from Lionel White's novel about a planned million-dollar California bank job.

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Heist Film in 2026?
According to our AI-powered rankings, The Lavender Hill Mob is currently rated as the best Heist Film with a score of 8.5/10. Other top-rated options include The Lavender Hill Mob, The Getaway (1972), Widows.
How are these Heist Film ranked?
Our rankings use an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value for money. Each Heist Film receives a 0 to 10 Lunoo score.
How often are the rankings updated?
Our rankings are updated continuously as new data becomes available. Scores are recalculated regularly to ensure you always see the most current and accurate ratings.
What are the top 5 Heist Film in 2026?
The top 5 Heist Film in 2026 are: The Lavender Hill Mob, The Getaway (1972), Widows, Mesrine, The Duke. These are ranked by our AI-powered scoring system based on category fit, features, pricing signals, public reception, and recency.
How many Heist Film are ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo currently ranks 51 Heist Film. New options are added and scored regularly.
Which Heist Film is ranked first?
The Lavender Hill Mob is currently ranked #1 with a Lunoo score of 8.5/10 in our Heist Film rankings.
Is The Lavender Hill Mob worth it?
The Lavender Hill Mob scores 8.5/10, making it one of the highest-rated Heist Film available. Its strong rating reflects excellent performance across our evaluation criteria.
What should I look for when choosing a Heist Film?
Key factors include your specific use case, budget, features offered, ease of use, and long-term value. Our scoring system evaluates these factors objectively. Compare the top options above to find the best fit.
Are there any free Heist Film options?
Some Heist Film offer free plans or trials. Check each option's website for current pricing. Our rankings focus on overall quality regardless of price point.
What is the difference between top-rated Heist Film?
While The Lavender Hill Mob and The Getaway (1972) are both highly rated, they differ in features, pricing, and target audience. Use our comparison tool to see detailed side-by-side differences.
Can I compare Heist Film on Lunoo?
Yes! Lunoo offers a detailed comparison tool. Click the compare icon on any two items to see a side-by-side analysis of scores, features, pros, and cons.
How accurate are Lunoo's Heist Film rankings?
Our AI-powered scoring system is calibrated against established ground truth sources and continuously improved. We analyze features, expert reviews, user feedback, and market data to provide the most objective rankings possible.

science How We Rank

Every heist film is scored across 12 weighted criteria from hundreds of verified sources:

  • Features & Capabilities - Comprehensive analysis of what each option offers
  • User Reviews - Aggregated feedback from real users across platforms
  • Expert Opinions - Professional reviews and industry recognition
  • Value for Money - Cost-effectiveness relative to features
  • Reliability & Support - Track record and customer service quality

Rankings are updated continuously as new information becomes available.

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