Everything you need to know about ‘Stolen: Heist of the Century’
Regardless of how many fictional fireworks Netflix keeps launching, nothing strikes a chord like the raw and real. As we dig deeper into what awaits on Netflix on its August roster, the chances of stumbling upon Stolen: Heist of the Century grow by the minute. But what exactly is Stolen: Heist of the Century on Netflix?
Stolen: Heist of the Century is an upcoming Netflix documentary produced by Raw and Amblin Documentaries. The film recounts one of the most daring diamond heists in the early 2000s, offering insights into a true-life caper.
This forthcoming Netflix documentary marks the first team-up between All3Media-backed Raw and Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Documentaries. It is made in association with Fremantle’s Wildside. While Raw has been credited with many hit Netflix documentaries, including Don’t F**k with Cats and The Tinder Swindler, Amblin collaborated with Vice Studios for Encounters previously.
So, for those uninitiated with what’s in store with Stolen: Heist of the Century, here’s an overview of all you need to know.
What is the story of Stolen: Heist of the Century?
Stolen: Heist of the Century revisits the infamous 2003 Diamond Centre Robbery from Antwerp, Belgium. Often regarded as an event stranger than fiction, this Netflix documentary reconstructs and recreates the fateful night when the unbreakable vault in the Diamond Centre was cracked open in what would eventually become one of the most notorious thefts of all time.
Stolen: Heist of the Century revolves around the investigation in the aftermath of the audacious heist that left everyone, from civilians to authorities, in complete disbelief. The upcoming documentary will feature interviews with investigative experts. According to a Deadline report, the film starts on the morning of February 17th, 2003, when Antwerp’s ‘Diamond Squad’ was summoned to investigate the seemingly impossible theft in the City of Diamonds.
Approximately $100-$500million worth of diamonds were reportedly stolen overnight. And thereafter, they were never found again. Eventually, the School of Turin, a group of jewel thieves from Italy, were discovered to have been behind the theft.
Who is behind Stolen: Heist of the Century?
Mark Lewis, famous for his work in Don’t F**k with Cats, serves as the director and screenwriter for the Netflix documentary. However, it remains unclear who else is involved besides Raw and Amblin Documentaries.
Is there a trailer available?
Yes! Netflix recently dropped a trailer on July 25th, providing fans with a sneak peek of the recreated scenes and a few security footage.
When does it release on Netflix?
Fans won’t have to wait too long for this Netflix documentary. Stolen: Heist of the Century will be released on Friday, August 8th, 2025.