Heists are planned robberies, usually by experienced thieves. Some are futile, while others are elaborate. The execution of one is the best part, especially when some events are unexpected. Often it's not obvious one is taking place until the end. Then even if it's a fail, in some cases, it was still intriguing enough. That's what makes a heist so intricate since it all just depends.

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Whether it be the execution or a twist, whatever happened in these anime kept viewers' eyes glued to the screen, and left jaws dropped. When venturing into these anime, prepare for some cool and exciting heists.

10 Pretenders & Elaborate Schemes in Great Pretender

Makoto, Laurent, Abigail, and Cynthia from Great Pretender

The story for Great Pretender primarily focuses on Makoto "Edamame" Edamura, supposedly "Japan's Greatest Swindler." Except, one day, a chain of events results in him following Laurent Thierry, another con man, to Los Angeles. Here, they will take on the West Coast's biggest mafia boss to see whose the better scammer.

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The heist that happens here is one of the coolest throughout the series. Firstly, Makoto signed up for more than he bargained for in this bet with Laurent. So, the execution of this heist had an unexpected turn of events. The series is also very similar to Lupin the Third with its elaborate schemes and main crew of four.

9 Lupin The Third Is All About Heists

Lupin watches with binoculars in Lupin the Third Part IV

Lupin the Third is a prolonging series that centers around the narrative of the master thief, Arsène Lupin III, and his crew. Lupin is known for being the world's best, and sending calling cards to the owners apart of his next heist. He works alongside his right-hand man, Daisuke Jigen, and the occasional Goeman Ishikawa XIII and Fujiko Mine. All while constantly being pursued by Inspector Koichi Zenigata.

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It's hard to say which of the heist, throughout the series, is the coolest. Since that seems to be the case for the majority, it's better to figure out where to start the ride and buckle up.

8 Cat's Eye — Three Sisters Steal Their Father's Art To Find The Missing Pieces

Kisugi sisters from Cat's Eye

During the day, the Kisugi sisters, Rui, Hitomi, and Ai, run a small café called Cat's Eye. By night they become the mysterious thief "Cat's Eye" and rob art galleries to track leads and clues of their father's disappearance, artist Micheal Heintz. Along with this, Hitomi has a relationship with the oblivious police inspector, Toshi, whose constantly trying to arrest them.

The series Cat's Eye is similar to the narrative of Lupin, besides a few differences. The sisters announce their next heist, and the game of cat and mouse begins, with a recurring inspector in hot pursuit. Also for Cat's Eye, it's a more detailed plot as they are trying to find their father.

7 Magic Is Incorporated Into Heists For Kaito Kid — Magic Kaito 1412

Kaito Kid from Magic Kaito 1412

Its been eight years since the mysterious death of his father. Then, Kaito Kuroba discovers his father's biggest secret.

Kaito learns that Kaito Kid, the former unstoppable phantom thief, was his father. He discovers that a criminal organization seeking a mythical stone called the Pandora Gem is responsible for his father's death. So, Kaito decides to resurrect the phantom thief to bring the organization down.

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Magic Kaito 1412 is another series similar to that of Lupin the Third, but with slight differences. Both characters leave their calling cards for the next steal and have the same inspector in constant pursuit. Except, Kaido uses magic and puts back what he has stolen, only wanting to find the Pandora Gem.

6 D.N.Angel — Being A Thief Is In Daisuke's Bloodline

Characters of D.N.Angel, Dark and Daiuske

The story for D.N.Angel adds an intriguing element for a typical heist narrative. On Daisuke Niwa's 14th birthday, his life changes drastically. It starts with his mom performing an important ritual. Then he's reminded that today is the day he confesses his feelings to his crush, Risa Harada.

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After a strange day, Daisuke returns home, where his mother and grandfather present him with a final test. After this, Daisuke heads to his room and realizes that Risa only sees him as a friend. The heartbreak then transforms him into the infamous phantom thief, Dark. In a panic, Daisuke tells his mother what has happened. Except, to his surprise, his mother tells him that it's their family heritage. Now, it's his turn to inherit the thief's name and continue to steal valuable artwork.

5 Mouse — Another Family Tradition For This Master Thief

Sotaro and his accomplices from Mouse

Similar to D.N.Angel, in carrying family traditions, is the series Mouse. Mouse centers around Teacher Sorata Muon continuing his generational heritage of being the master thief, Mouse. Alongside Sorata are three busty female characters who also pose as teachers and help execute his plans. In addition to this story, a secret art protection society has employed Sorata's former ally to pursue him. It's another series focusing on heists, except with less plot and many carnal moments.

Also, just like Lupin and those alike discussed so far, Mouse alerts the authorities about his next heist and can steal just about anything.

4 Another Phantom Thief Whose Also A Magician — JOKER

Joker, Hachi, and the other Phantom Thieves

Another thief giving authorities notice in advance of his next heist is phantom thief, Joker. Including the reappearance of the same investigator assigned to the case. Also, he's similar to Kaito Kid as both thieves incorporate magic, except this magician has a ninja as an apprentice, named Hachi.

The story of JOKER overall has the same arching plot of multiple heists and a familiar police investigator, but add magic and a ninja. These two characters also face other phantom thieves and have to work together in some cases. Along with this and other obstacles, as well. This series is more of comedic relief but does have story progression. Thus, making the heists that take place pretty entertaining.

3 Jing: King of Bandits — Jing Certainly Lives By The Name

Jing and Kir from Jing-King of Bandits

Since there's not much of a connecting plot, Jing: King of Bandits is another heist series more for comedic relief. Although, there is a unique element added to this protagonist's story.

The story follows Jing and his remarkable skills as a thief making him one of the most feared. Alongside him is his bird companion and partner, Fir. Fir is the unique element of this series' tale. When he and Jing become cornered, Fir can merge with Jing's right arm and be used as a deadly attack, called "Kir Royale." The series is thus the unique story of Jing, the King of Bandits.

2 The Mikano Family's Daugther Is Now The Phantom Thief's Daugther, Twenty Faces — The Daugther of Twenty Faces

Chizuko and Twenty Faces from The Daugther of Twenty Faces are pictured

Once again, a notorious thief sends a note to the victim of their next heist. Introducing the thief Twenty Faces, but he's not the main character of the story.

The name of the series is The Daugther of a 20 Faces and primarily focuses on Chizuko Mikano. After the passing of her parents, Chizuko is taken in by her aunt and uncle. However, they only want to inherit Chizuko's wealth. Luckily, she sees through this and survives long enough for the arrival of Twenty Faces. Twenty Faces is there to steal the Anastasia Ruby and takes Chizuko along with him. She then joins him and his bandit of thieves, and elaborate heists continue.

1 Baccano! — Multiple Parties & One Train

Issac, Miria, Jacuzzi, and Nice from Baccano!

It's the early 1930s, and Chicago's transcontinental train, the Flying PussyFoot, is embarking on its legendary trail. Except, this time around, blood will follow.

Baccano!'s story is the intertwining of multiple events that don't seem to correlate. A story of alchemy, survival, and immortality that centers around wannabe thieves Issac and Miria, mafia groups, and more. The events taking place are sporadic, but all these parties influence what seems to be an intense train heist. Each group's reason for being on the train is a lot to unpack, and there's also more happening "behind the scenes." So, good luck keeping up with this "trainwreck."

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