The Big Heist (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2001, The Big Heist is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Robert Markowitz, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the 1986 book "The Heist: How a Gang Stole $8,000,000 at Kennedy Airport and Lived to Regret It", by Ernest Volkman and John Cummings, this TV movie tells the story about the 1978 Lufthansa Heist at JFK Airport in New York - the largest cash robbery ever committed on American soil. The heist was also the subject of the much better-known 1990 film "Goodfella"s, directed by Martin Scorsese. It was also the subject of another made-for-television film: "The 10 Million Dollar Getaway" from 1991.
Who’s in it. The Big Heist stars Donald Sutherland as Jimmy Burke, John Heard as Richard Woods, Jamie Harris as Frankie Burke and Janet Kidder as Maria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Big Heist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Heist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Heist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Heist (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Heist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Heist worth watching?
- The Big Heist holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Heist?
- The Big Heist stars Donald Sutherland, John Heard, Jamie Harris, Janet Kidder and Nick Sandow.