The Thieves

A group of five notorious thieves from Korea are hired by an organization to steal a diamond known as the 'Tear of the Sun' from a casino in Macau. However, they soon discover that they are not the only ones after the valuable gem, as a rival Korean thief crew and corrupt security personnel are also involved in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. The team must navigate betrayals and double-crosses to secure the diamond and escape with their lives.

The Thieves was a massive commercial success in South Korea and was generally well-received by critics for its stylish action sequences, ensemble cast, and twists. While some noted its adherence to genre conventions, its entertainment value and slick production were widely praised.

• Praised for its star-studded ensemble cast and charismatic performances.

• Noted for its slick direction and thrilling, well-choreographed heist sequences.

• Appreciated for its intricate plot with unexpected twists and turns.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's thrilling heist elements, impressive cast chemistry, and fast-paced action. Many found it to be an entertaining and stylish crime thriller with a satisfyingly complex plot.

Won Best Film at the Blue Dragon Film Awards, Best Actress (Gianna Jun) at the Baeksang Arts Awards, and Best Director (Jang Dong-hoon) at the Fantasia International Film Festival.

The film achieved the fourth highest attendance in South Korean box office history at the time of its release, selling over 12.9 million tickets.