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Heist

Play trailer Poster for Heist R Released Nov 9, 2001 1h 47m Crime Drama Mystery & Thriller Play Trailer Watchlist
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Joe Moore (Gene Hackman) has a job he loves. He's a thief. His job goes sour when he gets caught on security camera tape. His fence, Bergman (Danny DeVito) reneges on the money he's owed, and his wife (Rebecca Pidgeon) may be betraying him with the fence's young lieutenant (Sam Rockwell). Moore and his partner, Bobby Blane (Delroy Lindo) and their utility man, Pinky Pincus (Ricky Jay) find themselves broke, betrayed, and blackmailed. Moore is forced to commit his crew to do one last big job.
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Heist didn't cover any new ground, but the cast and Mamet's expertise with witty banter make it worthwhile.

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Jason Bailey Flavorwire We watch a movie like 'Heist' for the virtuosity of the execution, for the wit with which Mamet writes his way through the conventions, and the pleasure his actors take in chewing on his dialogue, in all of its repetition, shop talk, and artful profanity. Nov 12, 2016 Full Review Nell Minow Common Sense Media Captivating David Mamet movie for grownups. Rated: 4/5 Dec 24, 2010 Full Review Andrew Sarris Observer I couldn't believe any of it on any level, though it could be described as 'fun.' Nov 29, 2001 Full Review Blake Howard Vague Visages Heist is that rare gem where the crew doesn’t need the money. Mamet’s intricately plotted and deliberate misdirection makes it hard, even after many viewings, to track the sleight of hand. Jul 16, 2025 Full Review Gary Wolcott Tri-City Herald Heist has so many twists that I began to expect the unexpected, which ruined the movie. Rated: D Apr 1, 2025 Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews ...Heist benefits substantially from a narrative bursting with surprising twists and plot developments... Rated: 2.5/4 Sep 23, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Anson M Structured as a trick within a trick within a trick, Mamet's latest contribution to film noir is a mildly entertaining crimer that nonetheless exposes his strenuous efforts to outsmart the audience. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/29/25 Full Review Alain E Planes, boats, trucks and automobiles chasing an elusive cache of gold. Gene Hackman in top form. Rebecca Pidgeon with short hair and chain smoking. And some inventive analogies: I want you as quiet as an ant pissing on cotton. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/12/25 Full Review Michael B Great cast, memorable performances, excellent script and good production values. What more could you want? OK, a little bit of it requires some suspension of belief, but Hackman's performance overcomes any shortcomings in the film. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/02/25 Full Review Frank P One of my all time favorite crime/caper films. Just watching Gene Hackman and Delroy Lindo act is worth watching - they give a master class in this one. Mamet's on the top of his game with the dialogue - plenty of quotes you'll remember, like: "I wouldn't worry about her, she could talk her way out of a sunburn" Crazy and implausible plot twists, but if you can dispense with disbelief, this film's thrilling ride and strong performances and dialogue make it well worth watching Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/10/24 Full Review Joseph P Pleanty of twist and turns! Many however were too far fetched! Danny DaVito acting was not very beliveable! Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review Alec B A fitting title for a movie that reduces this genre to its most basic elements (misdirection, pulpy dialogue, and ostensibly simple characters). Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/10/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Gene Hackman

Joe Moore

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Bergman

Delroy Lindo

Bobby Blane

Sam Rockwell

Jimmy Silk

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Heist

Gene Hackman, left, and Danny DeVito in Franchise PicturesÕ and Morgan Creek Pictures "Heist," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Rebecca Pidgeon and Gene Hackman in Franchise Pictures and Morgan Creek Pictures "Heist," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Gene Hackman and Rebecca Pidgeon in Franchise Pictures and Morgan Creek Pictures "Heist," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Gene Hackman in Franchise Pictures and Morgan Creek Pictures "Heist," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Rebecca Pidgeon and Gene Hackman in Franchise Pictures and Morgan Creek Pictures "Heist," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. View more photos

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Synopsis Joe Moore (Gene Hackman) has a job he loves. He's a thief. His job goes sour when he gets caught on security camera tape. His fence, Bergman (Danny DeVito) reneges on the money he's owed, and his wife (Rebecca Pidgeon) may be betraying him with the fence's young lieutenant (Sam Rockwell). Moore and his partner, Bobby Blane (Delroy Lindo) and their utility man, Pinky Pincus (Ricky Jay) find themselves broke, betrayed, and blackmailed. Moore is forced to commit his crew to do one last big job.
Director
David Mamet
Producer
Art Linson, Andrew Stevens, Elie Samaha
Screenwriter
David Mamet
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Franchise Pictures, Morgan Creek Productions, Indelible Pictures
Rating
R (Some Violence|Language)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 9, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 2, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$23.5M
Runtime
1h 47m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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