Thrilling Bank Heist Action Films

Description: Although not a traditional bank heist, this film involves a group of criminals taking over a subway train, demanding a ransom, showcasing the tension and strategy of a heist.

Fact: The film was remade in 2009 with Denzel Washington and John Travolta, but the original is often considered superior for its gritty realism.

Description: This film, based on a true story, captures the desperation and chaos of a bank robbery that goes horribly wrong, turning into a media circus.

Fact: Al Pacino improvised the famous "Attica!" chant, referencing the 1971 Attica Prison riot, which was not in the original script.

Description: While not strictly about a bank heist, "Point Break" includes a series of bank robberies by a group of surfers, blending action with the thrill of extreme sports.

Fact: Keanu Reeves performed many of his own stunts, including skydiving, and the film's director, Kathryn Bigelow, was the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director.

Description: Michael Mann's masterpiece, "Heat," not only features one of the most iconic bank heist scenes but also delves into the psychological cat-and-mouse game between a master thief and a relentless cop.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events involving a criminal mastermind named Neil McCauley. Also, the diner scene where De Niro and Pacino share coffee was improvised.

Description: While not solely about a bank heist, "Out of Sight" features a bank robbery as part of its plot, focusing on the cat-and-mouse game between a charming criminal and a determined U.S. Marshal.

Fact: The film was adapted from an Elmore Leonard novel, and Steven Soderbergh's direction brought a stylish, cool vibe to the heist genre.

Description: Based on the real-life Baker Street robbery, "The Bank Job" tells the story of a group of small-time crooks who pull off a heist that uncovers a web of political intrigue and blackmail.

Fact: The film was inspired by a true story, but many details were changed or omitted due to the sensitive nature of the information involved.

Description: Robert De Niro and Edward Norton star in this tale of a seasoned thief who agrees to one last job, a heist at a customs house, only to find himself betrayed.

Fact: This was Marlon Brando's last film before his death, and he reportedly improvised much of his dialogue.

Description: This modern remake of the 1969 classic features a heist involving gold bullion, with a twist involving a double-cross and a thrilling chase through the streets of Los Angeles.

Fact: The film's iconic Mini Cooper chase scene was meticulously planned and executed, with the cars being custom-built for the movie.

Description: Spike Lee's "Inside Man" is a clever heist film where a bank robbery unfolds with layers of deception, making it a cerebral game between the robbers, hostages, and negotiators.

Fact: The film features a unique twist where the robbers disguise themselves as painters, and the hostages are made to wear the same outfits, creating confusion for the police.

Description: Set in Boston, "The Town" follows a group of bank robbers who must navigate their way through one last heist while dealing with personal relationships and the FBI hot on their trail.

Fact: The film was based on the novel "Prince of Thieves" by Chuck Hogan. Ben Affleck, who directed and starred in the movie, also did extensive research by spending time with real-life bank robbers.