Lift

Lift

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 44 m

Language: English

Director: F. Gary Gray

ActionComedyCrimeDramaThriller

In the high-stakes game of cat and mouse, a daring team of thieves, led by charismatic mastermind Cyrus Whitaker, takes to the skies to pull off an unprecedented heist: snatching $500 million in gold from a packed airliner soaring at 40,000 feet.

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Timeline – Lift (2024)
Trace every key event in Lift (2024) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Cyrus assembles his team

Cyrus, a master thief, gathers a talented crew consisting of Denton, Camila, Mi-Sun, Magnus, and Luke. Each member brings unique skills crucial for executing their ambitious heist plan.

2

The heist plan is devised

The crew outlines an audacious plan involving two simultaneous heists: stealing a priceless Van Gogh painting in London and faking the kidnapping of NFT artist N8 in Venice. This dual approach is designed to maximize their gains and market impact.

3

The NFT auction in Venice

N8 travels to Venice to auction off a groundbreaking NFT, created with innovative technology that allows for livestreaming the auction. The hype surrounding the auction increases, making his abduction more lucrative.

Venice
4

N8's kidnapping boosts NFT value

Following N8's unexpected kidnapping, the value of the NFT escalates to an astonishing $89 million. The crew celebrates as N8 agrees to a $27 million cut from the ensuing chaos.

5

Abby uncovers evidence

Abby Gladwell, an Interpol agent and Cyrus's former lover, discovers evidence that links Denton to the heist. This revelation leads to Denton’s arrest, putting the crew's plans in jeopardy.

6

A deal with Interpol

Abby makes a crucial deal with Commander Huxley to help apprehend billionaire Lars Jorgenson. Jorgenson's plan involves manipulating stock prices through a planned flood in Europe, requiring their cooperation.

7

Preparation for the gold heist

With Huxley’s backing, Cyrus and his crew prepare to intercept Jorgenson’s shipment of $500 million in gold. The shipment is scheduled to travel from Heathrow airport to Zurich, setting the stage for a grand heist.

Heathrow Airport
8

Cyrus negotiates for additional support

Cyrus wisely insists that Abby join their team to help navigate potential fallout from Interpol. The crew formulates a daring plan to hijack the gold shipment mid-flight.

9

Execution of the heist plan

The crew's operation hinges on precise execution as Mi-Sun jamming signals from the airliner while the rest distract Jorgenson’s henchmen. Tension rises as they gear up for the high-stakes mission.

Mid-flight
10

Tension escalates among Jorgenson's crew

As Jorgenson becomes aware of potential betrayal within his ranks, he speeds up the delivery schedule, putting pressure on the crew. The situation grows increasingly precarious with every passing moment.

11

Luke's exit from the heist

In a shocking turn, Luke decides to back out of the heist at the last moment. Despite this setback, Cyrus and the rest of the crew decide to press forward with their dangerous mission.

12

High-stakes confrontation

The heist culminates in heart-stopping confrontations as the team battles against Jorgenson's henchmen. The crew must adapt to rapidly changing circumstances, navigating unexpected challenges.

13

The gold is successfully commandeered

Despite facing myriad challenges, the crew manages to divert the A-380 mid-flight and land it safely in the Swiss Alps. However, danger looms as Jorgenson's men pursue them to regain control.

Swiss Alps
14

Gathering evidence against Jorgenson

As the final showdown unfolds, hostages are taken during the chaos. Cyrus cleverly utilizes N8's NFT technology to secure incriminating evidence against Jorgenson, ensuring his capture.

15

A surprise twist and new beginnings

In a surprising twist, Cyrus reveals to Abby that they swapped the real gold with painted iron bars during the heist. With their true treasure saved, the couple looks forward to rekindling their romance amidst thrilling possibilities.

Last Updated: October 24, 2024 at 08:59

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