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Den of Thieves

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Why people love it

Den of Thieves (2018) stuck because it commits to its crime premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Christian Gudegast's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The crime and thriller blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 2h 20m · ★ 6.9

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    1.Lethal Weapon (1987)

    7.3 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    Lethal Weapon (1987) is the kind of film Den of Thieves fans discover and immediately send to their group chat. The crime overlap is real, but it's the dark emotional pull that seals the recommendation.

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    2.Point Break (1991)

    7.2 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 2h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    Point Break shares Den of Thieves's gift for crime — the 1991 film delivers thriller without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    • Hulu
    • fuboTV
    • Peacock Premium
    • YouTube TV
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    • Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    3.Dirty Harry (1971)

    7.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes Den of Thieves compelling — the crime, the thriller — shows up in Dirty Harry (1971) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that dark storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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    4.Ambulance (2022)

    6.6 · Thriller · Action · Crime · 2h 16m

    Why you'll love it

    The crime energy of Den of Thieves is alive in Ambulance (2022), filtered through a different story but the same emotional register. It earns its place on this list with a dark payoff that rivals the original pick.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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    5.Cellular (2004)

    6.4 · Action · Thriller · Drama · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    Cellular (2004) operates in the same crime as Den of Thieves, but with its own distinct voice and pacing. The dark payoff will feel satisfyingly familiar without retreading the same ground.

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    6.Assault on Precinct 13 (1976)

    7.3 · Thriller · Action · Crime · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    Assault on Precinct 13 (1976) belongs to the same conversation as Den of Thieves — both anchor their crime in thriller emotion that doesn't let go. The dark undercurrent connects them more than any plot summary would suggest.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • fuboTV
    • Criterion Channel
    • Night Flight Plus
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    7.Breakdown (1997)

    6.9 · Crime · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Den of Thieves's crime stayed with you, Breakdown (1997) delivers the same sensation through an entirely different story. The thriller through-line is the real common thread between them.

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    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
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    • Philo
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    • YouTube(Rent)
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    8.Copshop (2021)

    6.3 · Thriller · Crime · Action · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    Where Den of Thieves excels in crime, Copshop (2021) doubles down on thriller to comparable effect. The tonal similarities run deep enough that watching both back-to-back feels intentional.

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    9.Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (2025)

    6.6 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 2h 24m

    Why you'll love it

    Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (2025) is the natural next step after Den of Thieves: same crime DNA, different perspective. The dark streak and thriller elevate it well above a simple genre exercise.

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    10.To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)

    7.1 · Crime · Thriller · Action · 1h 56m

    Why you'll love it

    Fans of Den of Thieves who respond to its crime will find To Live and Die in L.A. (1985) immediately familiar. Both films share a thriller sensibility without ever feeling like carbon copies of each other.

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    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
    • Criterion Channel
    • MGM Plus
    • Philo
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FAQ

What should I watch after Den of Thieves?
Try Lethal Weapon, Point Break, Dirty Harry—each shares DNA with Den of Thieves while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Den of Thieves?
Den of Thieves (2018) is best described as Crime, Thriller, Action. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Den of Thieves part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "Den of Thieves Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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