What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Heist of the Century
Ariel Winograd · Film · 2020
If you loved The Heist of the Century, start with Money Heist (Álex Pina, 2017) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 3 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Heist of the Century across media.
What hooked you in The Heist of the Century was the thrill of watching clever underdogs execute audacious, highly calculated plans.
Books on the same thread
The Art Thief
Michael Finkel · Book
Explores: obsession, criminal psychology, art appreciation.
Just as the thieves in The Heist of the Century showcased immense criminal ingenuity, this narrative tracks a real-life obsession that highlights the psychological thrill behind intricate, illicit heists.
Crook Manifesto
Colson Whitehead · Book
Explores: systemic corruption, 1970s urban decay, criminal underworld.
If you enjoyed the tense atmosphere and systemic critique found in The Heist of the Century, you will appreciate this gritty exploration of criminals navigating complex, corrupt urban environments.
Get Shorty
Elmore Leonard · Book · 1990
Explores: Fish-out-of-water, Hollywood satire, Mobster in Hollywood.
Much like the charismatic criminals in The Heist of the Century, this story centers on a sharp-witted protagonist who navigates the professional underworld with a distinct, humorous, and clever approach.
The Real Odessa
Uki Goñi · Book · 2002
Explores: Nazi Exiles, Post-War Argentina, Political Corruption.
For those fascinated by the Argentine backdrop of The Heist of the Century, this historical account reveals the deeper, darker political realities that shaped the nation’s complex institutional history.
Series on the same thread
Money Heist
Álex Pina · Series · 2017
Shares a thread with The Heist of the Century: Underdog Story.
This series mirrors the high-stakes planning and mastermind dynamics of The Heist of the Century, focusing on a team of underdogs attempting to pull off the ultimate, impossible bank robbery.
El marginal
Sebastián Ortega · Series · 2016
Explores: Infiltration, False Identity, Kidnapping Investigation.
Fans of the tension-filled, high-stakes atmosphere in The Heist of the Century will find this look at institutional infiltration and complex deception equally gripping and intense in its execution.
Hustle
Tony Jordan · Series · 2004
Shares a thread with The Heist of the Century: Underdog Story.
The camaraderie and masterful deception displayed by the team in The Heist of the Century are echoed here as a group of skilled con artists execute elaborate, daring, and intricate stings.
Podcasts on the same thread
Criminal
Vox Media Podcast Network · Podcast · 2026
Explores: moral ambiguity, social justice, human behavior.
If you were drawn to the moral ambiguity of the characters in The Heist of the Century, this podcast offers a compelling look at the complex human stories behind criminal acts.
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: athlete misconduct, legal absurdity, scandalous behavior.
This podcast captures the same dark humor and fascination with criminal absurdity found in The Heist of the Century, focusing on the spectacular and often ridiculous downfall of real-life figures.
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Common questions
Is The Heist of the Century based on a real event?
Yes, The Heist of the Century is based on the 2006 robbery of the Rio bank in Argentina. The film depicts how a group of thieves performed what is considered one of the most famous and smart bank heists in the history of the country.
What is the premise of The Heist of the Century?
The Heist of the Century tells the story of how a group of thieves successfully robbed the Rio bank in 2006. The film explores both the execution of the robbery itself and the surprising events that followed the crime.
Who directed The Heist of the Century?
The Heist of the Century was directed by Ariel Winograd and released in 2020. The film focuses on the true story of a group of thieves who carried out a highly sophisticated bank robbery in Argentina during the year 2006.
Does The Heist of the Century focus on the aftermath of the robbery?
Yes, The Heist of the Century covers both the planning and execution of the 2006 Rio bank robbery and the events that unfolded afterward. The narrative highlights that what happened following the heist is just as surprising as the robbery itself.