Top 10 Casino Heist Films

Description: Set in the 1930s, this film follows two con men, played by Paul Newman and Robert Redford, who devise an elaborate plan to swindle a mob boss out of a fortune. While not in a casino, the film's theme of deception and gambling fits the bill.

Fact: The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and the ragtime music score became iconic.

Description: Clive Owen stars as a struggling writer who takes a job as a croupier in a London casino. His life becomes entangled with a heist plot, blurring the lines between observer and participant.

Fact: Clive Owen's performance was critically acclaimed, and the film helped launch his career in Hollywood.

Description: This film kicks off the list with a bang, featuring a suave Danny Ocean (George Clooney) assembling a team of eleven specialists to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously. It's a masterclass in cool, calculated crime with a dash of humor.

Fact: The Bellagio, The Mirage, and The MGM Grand were all real casinos used in the film. Also, the film's ending was shot in one continuous take, showcasing the actors' skills.

Description: Although the heist is not in a casino, the film's plot involves stealing gold from a safe house in Venice, which is then transported through a casino. The film's charm lies in its clever heist planning and execution.

Fact: The film features a memorable Mini Cooper chase scene through the streets of Venice, which was actually filmed in Los Angeles.

Description: In this film, William H. Macy plays a "cooler" whose bad luck is used by a casino to break winning streaks. However, when he falls in love, his luck changes, leading to a series of events that threaten the casino's operations.

Fact: The film was shot in the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, which was demolished in

Description: While not strictly a heist film, this James Bond adventure involves high-stakes poker games at the Casino Royale in Montenegro. Bond (Daniel Craig) must outwit a terrorist financier, Le Chiffre, in a game of wits and cards.

Fact: This was the first Bond film to be officially adapted from Ian Fleming's novel since 1967, and it marked Daniel Craig's debut as

Description: Based on the true story of the MIT Blackjack Team, this film follows a group of students who use their math skills to count cards and win big in Las Vegas casinos. It's a tale of intelligence, greed, and the thrill of the game.

Fact: The real-life MIT Blackjack Team was active from 1979 to 1993, and the film takes some creative liberties with their story.

Description: Directed by Paul Schrader, this film follows a former military interrogator turned professional gambler who gets involved in a heist to settle scores from his past. It's a darker, more introspective take on the casino setting.

Fact: Oscar Isaac delivers a compelling performance, and the film explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the American Dream.

Description: Mark Wahlberg stars as a literature professor with a gambling addiction who gets entangled with a casino owner. While not a heist, the film delves into the psychological aspects of gambling and crime.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1974 film of the same name, with Wahlberg taking on the role originally played by James Caan.

Description: While more of a comedy, this film involves a couple starting an illegal casino in their basement to fund their daughter's college education. It's a light-hearted take on the casino heist theme.

Fact: The film features Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler, known for their comedic roles, bringing a humorous twist to the genre.