Movies Like Logan Lucky (2017) for Heist Night
Funny, low-stakes heists where regular folks try to outsmart the system.
Funny, low-stakes heists where regular folks try to outsmart the system.
Best first watch
Masterminds (2016)
92% fit95 min · IMDb 5.8 · RT 34%
A PG-13 comedy about a Southern armored car heist based on a true story. Like Logan Lucky, the humor comes from watching unlikely criminals bumble through an ambitious plan.
Watch if
You want the goofiest, most ridiculous heist comedy here.
Skip if
You need your crime movies to be taken seriously.
For you if
- You enjoy watching regular people hatch wild robbery schemes
- You like heist movies that lean funny instead of tense
- Ideal when you like rooting for underdogs who outsmart the system
Not for you if
- You expect high-tech gadgets and international espionage
- You want dark, violent crime dramas with body counts
- You need fast-paced action from the opening scene
How Logan Lucky (2017) alternatives compare
Pick Masterminds or Going in Style if you want something light, funny, and under 96 minutes on a weeknight. Pick Hell or High Water if you want real tension and the best critical reception on the list. Be ready for an R rating and darker tone. Bandits is your best bet for a longer, easygoing watch. American Animals sits in the middle, mixing documentary interviews with a slow-building heist that rewards patience.
How funny is it?
Full-on comedy
How real are the stakes?
Pretty low stakes
Runtime commitment
Quick at 95 min
Slow burn or fast start?
Gets going fast
How funny is it?
Mostly comedy
How real are the stakes?
Very low stakes
Runtime commitment
Quick at 96 min
Slow burn or fast start?
Steady buildup
How funny is it?
Funny with heart
How real are the stakes?
Moderate risk
Runtime commitment
Longest at 123 min
Slow burn or fast start?
Steady buildup
How funny is it?
Dry, nervous humor
How real are the stakes?
Serious consequences
Runtime commitment
Longer at 117 min
Slow burn or fast start?
Very slow burn
How funny is it?
Almost no humor
How real are the stakes?
Life and death
Runtime commitment
Medium at 102 min
Slow burn or fast start?
Slow burn
Not sure what to watch?
Date night
A funny crime spree with a love triangle keeps things light and entertaining for two.
Quick watch
At 95 minutes and PG-13, it's a fast, silly heist you can finish before bed.
Friend group
Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, and Alan Arkin robbing a bank gets everyone laughing together.
Find your pick
Do you prefer your heist comedies with over-the-top, slapstick humor?
Moments you loved
Best movies like Logan Lucky (2017)
1. Masterminds (2016)
95 min · IMDb 5.8 · RT 34%
A PG-13 comedy about a Southern armored car heist based on a true story. Like Logan Lucky, the humor comes from watching unlikely criminals bumble through an ambitious plan.
Watch if
You want the goofiest, most ridiculous heist comedy here.
Skip if
You need your crime movies to be taken seriously.
Where to watch
2. Going in Style (2017)
96 min · IMDb 6.6 · RT 47%
Three retirees rob the bank that stole their pensions, keeping everything PG-13 and feel-good. The same underdog energy as Logan Lucky, just with older guys and lower stakes.
Watch if
You want a warm, easygoing heist you can watch with anyone.
Skip if
You find old-guys-doing-crime comedies too predictable.
Where to watch
3. Hell or High Water (2016)
102 min · IMDb 7.6 · RT 97%
It leans more tense than funny, yet it still follows regular folks trying to outsmart the system through heists that start small and low-stakes before consequences escalate. The brothers' improvised planning keeps the same underdog appeal that makes Logan Lucky work.
Watch if
You want a gripping, critically acclaimed blue-collar crime drama.
Skip if
You specifically want comedy mixed with your heist.
Where to watch
4. American Animals (2018)
117 min · IMDb 7.0 · RT 88%
Four Kentucky college students plan an art heist, blending real interviews with dramatic reenactment. At 7.0 on IMDb, it shares Logan Lucky's interest in regular people doing something wildly out of character.
Watch if
You want a true crime heist that gets inside the thieves' heads.
Skip if
You prefer straightforward storytelling without documentary breaks.
Where to watch
5. Bandits (2001)
123 min · IMDb 6.5 · RT 64%
A lighter, funny take on heists where regular folks improvise their way through bank jobs and keep trying to outsmart the system. The odd-couple chemistry and road-trip rhythm make it feel genuinely low-stakes compared with darker crime thrillers.
Watch if
You want a charming road-trip heist with a love triangle.
Skip if
You think 123 minutes is too long for a light comedy.
Where to watch
Beyond movies
TV shows and books that scratch the same itch
Leverage
A team of con artists and thieves pull elaborate heists against corrupt corporations. Each episode delivers the same satisfaction of watching a complex plan come together perfectly.
Amazon Prime Video and Philo
Good Girls
Three suburban moms turn to crime to solve their money problems. The show captures Logan Lucky's blend of ordinary people in extraordinary criminal situations with dark comedy.
Netflix
Sneaky Pete
A con man assumes someone else's identity and gets pulled into family schemes. The show has the same working-class criminal energy and intricate plot mechanics.
Netflix and Amazon Prime Video
The Hot Rock
by Donald E. Westlake
Westlake's comedy caper about a crew of bumbling thieves trying to steal the same diamond multiple times captures Logan Lucky's blend of criminal incompetence and unexpected ingenuity. The working-class characters and their elaborate schemes gone wrong feel like spiritual predecessors to the Logan brothers.
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Common questions about movies like Logan Lucky (2017)
What is the best movie like Logan Lucky (2017)?
Based on our analysis, Masterminds (2016) is the closest match with a 92% fit score. See the full breakdown above for why it earned the top spot.
When people want movies like Logan Lucky, is Masterminds the safest first choice?
Yes, start with Masterminds. It nails the same heist comedy feel. It sits at 34% on Rotten Tomatoes.
If I want a compact runtime watch after Logan Lucky, is Masterminds at 95 minutes the best fit?
Masterminds clocks in at 95 minutes, making it the shortest watch here. Perfect for a quick weeknight session.
For viewers who liked Logan Lucky, which streaming platforms currently carry Masterminds for subscription or rental?
Masterminds is currently available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. Availability changes by region, so confirm current streaming listings before watching.
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