Den of Thieves

In Los Angeles, 2018, a crew led by Ray Merrimen conducts a fierce armed attack to hijack an armored truck. The chaos ensues when a security guard accidentally triggers a shootout, sparking immediate police engagement with the robbers.

Despite the gunfire and hectic scene, Merrimen and his gang manage to escape with the now-empty truck. However, Merrimen scolds his member Bo 'Bosco' Ostroman for taking a life during the heist, hinting at tensions within the crew.

The following morning, Detective Nick 'Big Nick' O'Brien arrives at the crime scene to investigate the robbery. He has been tracking Merrimen for some time and finds the theft of an empty truck perplexing, suspecting local bartender Donnie's involvement.

Nick tracks down Donnie at a bar, resorting to kidnapping him to extract information about the robbery. This aggressive tactic hints at Nick's desperation and determination to crack the case amidst his chaotic personal life.

In a flashback, Merrimen outlines his plan to steal $30 million from the Federal Reserve with Donnie posing as a deliveryman. The elaborate heist involves Donnie hiding a bag of food in the bank's restroom to facilitate the operation.

Meanwhile, Nick's marriage is falling apart as his wife discovers his infidelity and decides to leave with their daughters. This personal crisis parallels his pursuit of the robbers and deepens his character's complexity.

At a restaurant, Nick runs into Donnie and they exchange pleasantries, all while Merrimen's crew lurks nearby. The tension rises as Nick grapples with his investigation and Donnie's possible connection to the heist.

Back at their hideout, Merrimen's crew member Levi tries to intimidate Donnie into revealing information about the robbery. Donnie remains steadfast in his innocence, showcasing the power dynamics within the gang.

In a drunken stupor, Nick creates a scene at his sister-in-law's gathering, signing divorce papers in a fit of anger. This moment is a turning point for Nick, showcasing his self-destructive behavior amidst his pursuit of justice.

On the day of the heist, Merrimen and his crew storm a bank, taking hostages while demanding $10 million and a helicopter. Their ruthless tactics include executing a hostage to assert control, revealing the violent lengths they will go to.

As Nick's team remains on high alert outside, the robbers execute their meticulously planned heist, breaking into the vault and escaping just moments before Nick's forces intervene. The meticulous planning demonstrates the crew's expertise in criminal operations.

Merrimen cleverly hides Donnie within a cash dolly delivered to the Federal Reserve. While Donnie retrieves the old bills, an alert bank employee notices something wrong, underscoring the high stakes of the operation.

The cash and Donnie are whisked away in a waste management truck, complicating Nick's efforts to catch the criminals. The series of events illustrates the precision of Merrimen's crew in executing their plan undetected.

In an attempt to apprehend Donnie, Nick’s team faces a violent confrontation with Merrimen's crew. The aftermath is tragic, leading to the deaths of Bosco and Levi, while Merrimen escapes, setting the stage for a final showdown.

In a shocking twist, Nick discovers that Donnie is actually the mastermind behind the heist, leading to a confrontation that will alter the course of the investigation. Time passes, and Donnie is seen thriving in London, unaware of the repercussions that await.