Movies and TvShows featuring "stolen-goods" theme.
Debbie Ocean, recently released from prison, assembles an all-female crew to steal a valuable diamond necklace during the Met Gala. With the help of her partner Lou and other skilled women, they plan to switch the real necklace with a replica. The crew successfully carries out the heist, framing Debbie's ex-boyfriend along the way. They manage to steal all the necklaces from the event and each go their separate ways with their share of the money.
Sister (2012) is a movie about a young girl named Simon who helps her older sister, Louise, in petty thefts to survive in the Swiss Alps. They steal various items like brand-name clothing and ski equipment to sell on the black market. Simon is only 12 years old and lives in poverty with her single mother. The movie explores themes of family conflict, social issues, and the desperation of poverty. The relationship between the sisters is also a central focus of the plot.
Down on her luck and in debt, Emily joins a credit card scam in Los Angeles. She meets Youcef, an organizer of the fraud ring, and they form a romance. They plan to rob the ring after a falling-out with Khalil, but things go wrong. Emily chooses to abandon Youcef and take the money for herself. She escapes to South America and starts her own fraud ring.
Lenny Cole is a powerful crime boss in London who gets involved in a crooked land deal with a Russian mobster. As millions of dollars are up for grabs, the entire London underworld is drawn into a chaotic battle for power. At the same time, Lenny's stepson, a rock star who is presumed dead, becomes a suspect in the theft of a valuable painting. With the painting missing, Lenny faces threats from both the Russian mobster and his own criminal associates. In a race against time, Lenny and his second-in-command, Archy, must navigate a dangerous web of corruption, betrayal, and violence.
In Mo' Money, a con-artist named Johnny becomes entangled in a web of crime when he falls for a beautiful woman. As he tries to win her heart, he must navigate through identity theft, stolen merchandise, and organized crime. In a world filled with danger and deception, Johnny's skills as a swindler are put to the test.
Based on a true story, 'El Angel' follows the life of a teenager who quickly rises to infamy as a skilled thief and killer in 1970s Argentina. As he navigates his criminal endeavors, he also grapples with his own sexuality and desires.
In 'Would I Lie to You?', a person seeks a job and pretends to be Jewish to improve their chances. They get caught up in a rivalry with a businessman and come up with a business idea involving the textile industry. Along the way, they experience cultural clashes, unwanted pregnancy, and falling in love.
Bee Season is a drama film about a young girl named Eliza who discovers her hidden talent for spelling, which leads to her family's secrets being exposed. As she progresses through various spelling competitions, Eliza uncovers the struggling relationship between her parents and her father's obsession with religion and mysticism. The film explores themes of identity, faith, and the lengths people will go to find meaning in their lives.
The Little Thief is a film set in 1950s France, following the story of a teenage girl with a talent for stealing. She navigates through various challenges such as love triangles, an approved school, a cheating lover, and a lack of money. The film explores themes of precocity, escape, and the complexities of growing up.
Surcos tells the story of a family struggling with poverty and immigration in post-war Spain. As they try to make a living in Madrid, they encounter various challenges and obstacles. The film portrays the harsh realities of life during this time period, highlighting the struggles and hardships faced by the characters.
In the elevator of two large Parisian buildings, a telegraph operator discovers the body of an elderly woman, Madame Mathieu, the owner of both buildings. Boucheron (Lucien Baroux), the local superintendent, is dispatched to investigate, along with his rival, Inspector Lambert of the "Sûreté" (Jacques Baumer). To solve the enigma, they scour staircases and corridors, visiting every floor of both buildings, courtyard and facade. Their gruff rivalry allows them to complement each other in discovering who committed the crime among a gallery of characters, humble or rich, who all have something to be ashamed of... A rare, fast-paced, picturesque comedy set against the backdrop of a police mystery.
Set in the slums of Paris, The Lower Depths follows the lives of slum-dwellers trapped in poverty and deception. The plot revolves around a criminal slumlord, his cheating wife, a stolen goods deal, and the intertwining relationships of the inhabitants. The movie explores themes of social class, truth, and the blurred line between insanity and reality.
In Northwest Denmark, a single mother gets caught up in the dangerous world of a biker gang. She becomes entangled in crimes such as gangland murders, stolen property, and drug trafficking. As tensions rise, she must navigate the complexities of the gang's violent activities while trying to protect her family.
A safecracker named Webster orchestrates an elaborate heist to steal valuable jewelry from a high-society masquerade party, facing challenges such as car chases, surveillance, and corrupt officials.
In Kill Speed, a group of friends embarks on a thrilling adventure involving drug smuggling, airplane chases, and a rescue mission. They find themselves in a deadly game with dangerous criminals, facing violence and gunfights. With their lives on the line, they must rely on their skills and wit to survive.
A gangland murder is the motivating factor of this fast-moving crime drama. George Murphy stars as reporter Kent Shevlin, whose investigation of the murder leads to a tenure as a temporary FBI agent.
A Japanese immigrant, Akira Saito, moves to America with his wife and two sons to start a new life. However, their dreams are shattered when they become the target of a group of corrupt police officers led by Detective Tomoya Sugiura. When Akira's wife is kidnapped, he must rely on his ninja training to take down the corrupt cop and rescue his wife.
Hurricane Streets follows a teenage boy named Marcus who lives in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York City. Marcus finds himself involved in a local gang, engaging in criminal activities such as theft and smuggling contraband. Amidst the chaos, he falls in love with a girl and must navigate the violent and dangerous world he finds himself in. This coming-of-age story explores themes of love, violence, and the struggles of urban life.
In Local Boys, a group of young boys from California go on a road trip to Baja, Mexico, in search of the perfect surf. Along the way, they learn about friendship, loss, and self-discovery.
A self-employed lorry driver is determined to find the criminals responsible for hijacking him.