What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedArmy of Thieves
Matthias Schweighöfer · Film · 2021
If you loved Army of Thieves, start with Money Heist (Álex Pina, 2017) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Army of Thieves across media.
You loved Army of Thieves because it turned high-stakes heists into a playground for eccentric underdogs and intricate, obsessive problem-solving.
Books on the same thread
The Book Thief
Markus Zusak · Book · 2013
Explores: World War II, Death and Dying, Loss and Grief.
If the emotional weight of Army of Thieves resonated with you, this story of finding humanity amidst catastrophic global collapse offers a similarly poignant look at perseverance during dark times.
The Art Thief
Michael Finkel · Book
Explores: obsession, criminal psychology, art appreciation.
Just as Ludwig Dieter was driven by his obsession with vault mechanics in Army of Thieves, this biographical account captures the singular, consuming focus of a master thief at work.
The Robin on the Oak Throne
K.A. Linde · Book
Explores: Enemies to lovers, Magical artifacts, Forbidden romance.
This story mirrors the romantic tension and collaborative thievery found in Army of Thieves, pairing complex heist mechanics with an equally compelling dynamic between two unlikely partners in crime.
Artemis
Andy Weir · Book · 2017
Explores: Lunar Colonization, Corporate Conspiracy, Survival.
Much like the bank teller turned master thief in Army of Thieves, Jasmine Bashara relies on sharp wits and technical skill to pull off a dangerous heist in this lunar thriller.
Series on the same thread
Money Heist
Álex Pina · Series · 2017
Shares a thread with Army of Thieves: Underdog Story.
If you enjoyed the meticulous planning and team dynamics of Army of Thieves, this series provides the ultimate blueprint for high-stakes heists executed by a band of desperate, lovable outcasts.
The A-Team
Frank Lupo · Series · 1983
Shares a thread with Army of Thieves: Underdog Story.
The camaraderie of a specialized team facing impossible odds in Army of Thieves finds a direct predecessor here, where a group of outcasts relies on ingenuity to evade the authorities.
Slow Horses
Series · 2022
Shares a thread with Army of Thieves: Underdog Story.
This show captures the same cynical charm and underdog spirit seen in Army of Thieves, focusing on a dysfunctional group that manages to succeed despite their own personal and professional incompetence.
The Umbrella Academy
Steve Blackman · Series · 2019
Shares a thread with Army of Thieves: Apocalypse.
If the blend of impending apocalypse and dysfunctional team chemistry in Army of Thieves hooked you, this series offers a similar mix of high-stakes danger and character-driven, chaotic family dynamics.
Podcasts on the same thread
Unravelling Amy
Podcast
Explores: fraud, deception, identity theft.
While Army of Thieves played with the thrill of the heist, this podcast explores the real-world deception and calculated risk-taking that fuel the criminal mind on a much more personal scale.
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
The improvised camaraderie and sense of adventure that defined the core team in Army of Thieves is perfectly mirrored in the chaotic, high-stakes group dynamics of this fantasy roleplaying experience.
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Common questions
Is Army of Thieves a zombie movie?
While Army of Thieves is set during the early stages of a zombie apocalypse, the primary focus of the plot is on a group of aspiring thieves attempting a top-secret heist rather than the zombies themselves.
Who recruits Ludwig Dieter in Army of Thieves?
In Army of Thieves, a mysterious woman recruits bank teller Ludwig Dieter to lead a team of thieves on a high-stakes heist mission while the zombie apocalypse begins to unfold in the background.
What is the main goal of the characters in Army of Thieves?
The main goal of the characters in Army of Thieves is to pull off a top-secret heist. A mysterious woman organizes the group and enlists Ludwig Dieter to lead the aspiring thieves through the operation.
Does Army of Thieves focus on the zombie outbreak?
Army of Thieves takes place during the early stages of a zombie apocalypse, but the story centers on the heist led by Ludwig Dieter. The zombie outbreak serves as the backdrop for the bank robbery mission.