Den of Thieves Overview

Den of Thieves is a 2018 heist film that focuses on the high-stakes conflict between an elite unit of the L.A. County Sheriff's Department and a notorious bank robbery crew planning an audacious heist on the Federal Reserve Bank. Despite having a mediocre box office performance, grossing just $44 million against a $30 million budget, the film has managed to maintain a steady presence in popular culture, paving the way for a sequel. The film features intense heist sequences and explores themes like frustrated masculinity and the complexities of criminal life. The storytelling intertwines character backstories, providing depth to both the robbers and law enforcement, illustrating the blurred lines between heroism and villainy.