If you enjoyed the thrilling heist and intricate planning in 'Perfect Plan (2010),' you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-pumping suspense, clever schemes, and unexpected twists. Whether you're a fan of high-stakes capers or love seeing meticulous plans unfold (or unravel), these recommendations will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Sting (1973)
Description: A classic con artist film set in the 1930s, featuring elaborate schemes, twists, and a nostalgic yet sharp storytelling style.
Fact: The film's iconic ragtime soundtrack won an Academy Award. The script was inspired by real-life cons from the era, researched extensively by the writers.


The Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
Description: A sophisticated crime thriller about a wealthy businessman who orchestrates an art heist for the thrill of it, blending romance and high-stakes intrigue.
Fact: The film's iconic museum heist scene was inspired by a real-life art theft. The remake pays homage to the original 1968 version with several visual nods.


The Bank Job (2008)
Description: Based on a true story, this film involves a carefully planned bank robbery with political undertones, showcasing the risks and consequences of the heist.
Fact: The real-life robbery it's based on was kept under wraps by the British government for decades due to its sensitive nature. The film's script was written in just three weeks.


The Score (2001)
Description: A tense heist film about an aging thief planning one last job, featuring detailed planning, betrayal, and a high-stakes finale.
Fact: This was the only time Robert De Niro and Marlon Brando appeared in a film together. The jazz club scenes were shot in a real Montreal establishment.


Ocean's Eleven (2001)
Description: A stylish heist movie with a charismatic ensemble cast, intricate planning, and a blend of humor and suspense, centered around a high-risk casino robbery.
Fact: The film's script was rewritten over 20 times to perfect the balance of humor and tension. The Bellagio fountains scene was shot in one take.


Heist (2001)
Description: A gritty crime film about a seasoned thief forced into one last job, filled with double-crosses, tight escapes, and sharp dialogue.
Fact: The film was written and directed by David Mamet, known for his distinctive, rapid-fire dialogue. The script was completed in just three weeks.


The Italian Job (2003)
Description: A heist film featuring a meticulously planned robbery, teamwork, and high-stakes action, with a focus on clever execution and unexpected twists.
Fact: The film's iconic Mini Cooper chase scene was inspired by the original 1969 version. The production used real Mini Coopers, not CGI, for most of the stunts.


Inside Man (2006)
Description: A clever heist movie with a psychological twist, where the robbers outsmart the authorities through meticulous planning and mind games.
Fact: Spike Lee shot the film in just 39 days, a remarkably short schedule for a major studio production. The film's title refers to the insider knowledge required to pull off the heist.


Tower Heist (2011)
Description: A comedic heist film about a group of everyday workers who plot to rob a wealthy businessman, blending humor with a revenge-driven plot.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor in the 1980s. The Ferrari used in the film was a real luxury car, not a replica.


Now You See Me (2013)
Description: A thriller about illusionists who pull off heists during their performances, blending magic, deception, and a cat-and-mouse game with law enforcement.
Fact: The card-throwing scene with Jesse Eisenberg required over 100 takes to get right. The film's sequel was greenlit before the first movie even premiered.
