The Bank Job (2008)
A small-time car dealer gets entangled in a dangerous bank heist, blurring lines between crime and opportunity.
Terry is a small-time car dealer trying to leave his shady past behind and start a family. Martine is a beautiful model from Terry's old neighbourhood who knows that Terry is no angel. When Martine proposes a foolproof plan to rob a bank, Terry recognises the danger but realises this may be the opportunity of a lifetime.
How intense is The Bank Job?
The Bank Job is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What The Bank Job feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpyatmospheric
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Bank Job
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Bank Job for you?
Is The Bank Job scary?
No. The Bank Job is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Bank Job gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Bank Job sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Bank Job OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Bank Job?
The Bank Job runs 1h 52m.
Where can I stream The Bank Job?
The Bank Job is streaming on Kanopy and Plex.
Does The Bank Job have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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