Fans des britischen Actionthrillers 'Blitz: Cop-Killer vs. Killer-Cop' (2011) mit Jason Statham werden begeistert sein, ähnliche Filme und Serien zu entdecken. Dieser Artikel präsentiert 10 packende Titel, die dieselbe Mischung aus brutaler Action, düsterer Atmosphäre und unerbittlichen Ermittlern bieten. Ob Polizeidramen oder Verbrecherjagden – hier findet jeder Action-Liebhaber seinen nächsten Lieblingsfilm.

Heat (1995)
Beschreibung: A gripping crime drama centered around a professional thief and the detective pursuing him. The intense cat-and-mouse dynamic and detailed heist sequences set a benchmark for the genre.
Fakt: The famous downtown shootout scene used live ammunition to enhance realism, a rare choice in filmmaking.


Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic crime caper involving a botched card game, leading to a series of chaotic events. The overlapping narratives and street-smart criminals reflect the energy of heist films.
Fakt: The film's budget was so tight that some actors had to wear their own clothes as costumes.


The Bank Job (2008)
Beschreibung: A heist film based on a true story, featuring a group of amateur criminals executing a meticulously planned robbery. The tension and unexpected twists mirror the high-stakes, fast-paced nature of heist films.
Fakt: The film is inspired by the 1971 Baker Street robbery, which was suppressed by the British government due to its sensitive nature involving royal scandal.


Snatch (2000)
Beschreibung: A crime comedy with a fast-paced narrative, intertwining multiple storylines of criminals, boxers, and diamond thieves. The chaotic yet clever plot and gritty aesthetic align with heist and crime thrillers.
Fakt: The film features a famous scene with a 'revolving door' shootout, which was shot in a single take.


Ocean's Eleven (2001)
Beschreibung: A sleek, star-studded heist film about a team of con artists pulling off an elaborate casino robbery. The stylish execution and witty dialogue define modern heist films.
Fakt: The cast spent weeks rehearsing their roles as a real heist crew to perfect their chemistry.


The Italian Job (2003)
Beschreibung: A high-energy heist film featuring a team of thieves using Mini Coopers to execute a gold robbery. The precision planning and thrilling chase sequences are hallmarks of the genre.
Fakt: The film's iconic Mini Cooper chase scene was filmed in real Los Angeles traffic, with minimal CGI.


Layer Cake (2004)
Beschreibung: A stylish crime thriller about a drug dealer planning his exit, only to be pulled into one last job. The sophisticated yet dangerous underworld vibe matches the tension of heist films.
Fakt: The title refers to the layers of deception and complexity in the criminal underworld.


Inside Man (2006)
Beschreibung: A clever heist thriller where a bank robbery unfolds with psychological twists. The intellectual cat-and-mouse game between the robber and detective adds a unique layer to the genre.
Fakt: The film's plot was inspired by a real-life bank heist where the robbers took hostages and disguised themselves as painters.


The Town (2010)
Beschreibung: A gritty heist film about a group of bank robbers in Boston, blending action with emotional depth. The tension between loyalty and ambition resonates with crime thrillers.
Fakt: Ben Affleck insisted on filming in real Boston locations to capture the city's authentic atmosphere.


Baby Driver (2017)
Beschreibung: A high-octane action film centered around a getaway driver who relies on music to fuel his precision driving. The synchronization of action and soundtrack creates a unique, rhythmic energy.
Fakt: All car stunts were performed practically, with minimal CGI, to maintain realism.
