Top 10 Action Films About Con Artists and Scammers

Description: A group of thieves plan a gold heist in Turin, Italy, using Mini Coopers to navigate the city's narrow streets. This film is known for its clever plot and iconic car chase scenes.

Fact: The film was remade in 2003 with a similar plot but set in Los Angeles. The original's famous line, "You were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!" has become a cultural catchphrase.

Description: This classic film follows two grifters, Johnny Hooker and Henry Gondorff, as they set up an elaborate con to swindle a mob boss. Its intricate plot and memorable score make it a timeless entry in the con artist genre.

Fact: The film's famous ragtime score by Scott Joplin was a major factor in the revival of interest in ragtime music. Also, the film was shot on location in Chicago, adding authenticity to its 1930s setting.

Description: A tale of three con artists, a mother, her son, and his girlfriend, whose lives intertwine in a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder.

Fact: The film was adapted from the novel by Jim Thompson. Anjelica Huston won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role.

Description: A wealthy businessman, Thomas Crown, orchestrates an art heist for the thrill, only to find himself pursued by an insurance investigator who is as cunning as he is.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1968 film starring Steve McQueen. The famous chess scene was inspired by a real-life chess match between Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky.

Description: Danny Ocean and his crew plan an elaborate heist to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously. This film is a modern classic that combines charm, wit, and a star-studded cast.

Fact: The film was a remake of the 1960 Rat Pack film of the same name. Also, the Bellagio, Mirage, and MGM Grand casinos featured in the movie were real locations used for filming.

Description: Based on the true story of Frank Abagnale Jr., who before his 19th birthday, successfully conned millions of dollars worth of checks as a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and legal prosecutor.

Fact: Leonardo DiCaprio did not meet the real Frank Abagnale until after filming was completed. Also, the film's title is a direct quote from Abagnale's autobiography.

Description: A con artist with obsessive-compulsive disorder takes on a new protégé, only to find his life spiraling out of control when his long-lost daughter shows up.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Eric Garcia. Nicolas Cage did extensive research on OCD to portray his character authentically.

Description: Two brothers, lifelong con artists, plan one last job, but the lines between reality and their cons begin to blur.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations around the world, including Serbia, Montenegro, and the Czech Republic, to give it a truly international feel.

Description: An FBI agent and an Interpol detective track a team of magicians who pull off bank heists during their performances and reward their audiences with the money.

Fact: The film's magic tricks were designed by David Kwong, a magician and puzzle consultant. The movie features real magic tricks, some of which were performed by the actors themselves.

Description: A master thief agrees to one last job with a young protégé, but their plan to steal a priceless scepter from a Montreal customs house goes awry.

Fact: This was the last film for Marlon Brando, who played the role of Max, a fence and mentor to the protagonist. The film also features a memorable performance by Edward Norton.