Netflix has announced Making The Helicopter Heist, a captivating behind-the-scenes documentary that explores the making of The Helicopter Heist, a gripping true crime series. Inspired by real events, the series recounts one of history’s most daring and meticulously planned robberies, captured in a groundbreaking single-shot heist episode.
What is The Helicopter Heist About?
Set in 2009, the story follows an audacious heist in a Stockholm suburb where robbers use a helicopter to infiltrate Sweden’s most secure cash depot. The police are left powerless as the criminals escape with millions of dollars—without a single shot fired. The series delves into themes of brotherhood, fatherhood, and ambition, delivering a character-driven narrative with the intensity of a high-stakes thriller.
About the Documentary
Making The Helicopter Heist features interviews with Daniél Espinosa (conceptual director), Ronnie Sandahl (creator and writer), and the cast, including Mahmut Suvakci, Ardalan Esmaili, Erik Svedberg-Zelman, and Wim Elfwencrona. Exclusive footage offers insights into the creative process and the challenges of recreating the heist in real-time.
Key Details of The Helicopter Heist
- Main Cast: Mahmut Suvakci, Ardalan Esmaili, Iskra Kostic, Dejan Milacic, Erik Svedberg-Zelman, Vic Carmen Sonne, Johanna Hedberg, Wim Elfwencrona
- Creators & Directors: Ronnie Sandahl, Daniél Espinosa (conceptual director), Jonas Alexander Arnby, Anna Zachrisson
- Production: Produced by B-Reel Films, based on Jonas Bonnier’s bestselling novel The Helicopter Heist
- Episode Count: 8
- Themes: True crime, daring heists, family dynamics, and emotional storytelling
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