Honest Thief

Honest Thief

Year: 2020

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

ActionDramaThrillerRomanceCrime

A skilled thief decides to return his past ill-gotten gains, hoping for a fresh start. However, he's unexpectedly framed for murder by resourceful FBI agents, forcing him to go on the run. Determined to clear his name and expose the truth, he finds himself in a dangerous fight for survival, pursued by relentless agents who will do anything to stop him.

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1

Tom's Final Heist

Tom Carter, known as the 'In and Out Bandit,' executes his final heist by breaking into a safe. This event sets the stage for his desire to leave behind his criminal life.

2

New Beginnings at the Warehouse

After Tom's heist, he takes a job at a self-storage warehouse where he starts anew. It is here that he meets Annie, a graduate student who finds Tom's charm irresistible, leading to a budding relationship.

Self-storage warehouse
3

A Year of Happiness

One year later, Tom and Annie are happily together, deepening their relationship. Tom surprises Annie with the proposition of purchasing an apartment, showcasing his commitment to their future.

One year later Apartment
4

Agent Meyers' Struggles

FBI Agent Sean Meyers deals with personal issues, including a divorce and the company of his loyal dog. His professional life is tumultuous as he handles multiple confessions regarding Tom's criminal activities.

5

Tom's Confession

Tom tries to confess his past to the FBI, expressing his desire to turn himself in for Annie's sake. However, Agent Baker and the team remain skeptical, having dealt with numerous impostors before.

6

The Agents' Deceit

Agents Nivens and Hall meet Tom in his apartment, where he reveals his storage unit filled with stolen money. The agents betray him by plotting to steal the money for themselves while misleading Annie.

Tom's apartment
7

The Fatal Incident

Tensions escalate when Nivens accidentally shoots Agent Baker while trying to eliminate Tom. This tragic event sets off a violent confrontation, leaving Annie horrified by the chaos unfolding around her.

Tom's apartment
8

Tom's Desperate Confession

In a moment of vulnerability, Tom confesses his criminal background to Annie. Struggling with the truth, Annie finds it hard to reconcile her feelings for Tom with his shady past, adding strain to their relationship.

9

The Chase

As Nivens and Hall pursue Tom and Annie, they find themselves in a high-stakes car crash. This leads them to take refuge in a parking garage, where Tom resorts to stealing a car to escape.

Parking garage
10

Investigating the Aftermath

Agent Meyers begins piecing together the events following Baker's murder. Meanwhile, Tom and Annie lay low, but Annie discovers vital evidence against the corrupt agents.

11

A Chaotic Confrontation

As Annie uncovers footage that could implicate the agents, she is attacked by Nivens. This chaotic altercation reveals the dangerous lengths Nivens will go to protect himself and his schemes.

12

Tom's Final Plan

With time running out, Tom devises a plan to confront Nivens and rescue Annie. He prepares to set a trap involving a bomb, demonstrating his determination to protect the ones he loves.

13

Shootout at the Storage Facility

The tension culminates in a shootout at the storage facility where tragedy strikes with Hall's death. This violent encounter serves as a turning point in the battle between Tom and the corrupt agents.

Storage facility
14

The Dud Bomb

In a tense moment, Tom manages to corner Nivens using a pressure-sensitive bomb. When the bomb squad arrives, they discover that the bomb is a dud, leaving Tom in a precarious position.

15

Bargaining for the Future

Outside FBI HQ, Annie pleads for mercy for Tom, who is on the verge of turning himself in. Agent Meyers agrees to speak on Tom's behalf, offering him a glimmer of hope amid the chaos.

FBI HQ

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 21:25

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