The Diamond Heist – True Crime Docuseries Now Streaming on Netflix
The Diamond Heist – Netflix
- Release Platform: Netflix
- Genre: True Crime | Drama
- Format: Limited Series (3 Episodes)
- Language: English
Netflix’s latest true-crime docuseries, The Diamond Heist, takes viewers inside one of the boldest attempted robberies in modern British history. This gripping three-part series revisits the infamous 2000 plot to steal the Millennium Star diamond—valued at over £200 million—from London’s Millennium Dome.
Plot Summary
In November 2000, a group of career criminals from South-East London attempted a daring daylight robbery. Their plan? Use a stolen JCB digger to smash into the Millennium Dome and escape with the rare De Beers diamond collection—including the stunning 203-carat Millennium Star. Their getaway vehicle? A speedboat waiting on the River Thames.
But the gang had no idea they were under close police surveillance. Authorities, anticipating the heist, replaced the real diamonds with replicas. The robbers were caught red-handed, and the operation was stopped without a single injury.
The Diamond Heist goes beyond the headlines, diving into the detailed planning, surveillance, and ultimate takedown of one of the UK’s most ambitious heist attempts.
Inside the Investigation
Featuring real interviews with law enforcement officers and even key members of the heist crew—most notably mastermind Lee Wenham—the series offers firsthand insight into what went wrong, how the authorities stayed one step ahead, and what this crime meant for British law enforcement and public security at the time.
Behind the Scenes
- Directed by: Henrik Björn & Lisa Farzaneh
- Written by: Camilla Läckberg
- Produced by: Creative Society Production
- Style: Docuseries with real accounts, dramatizations, and archival footage
Main Cast
- Lee Wenham – The primary figure behind the heist, offering a personal account of how the crime was planned and executed.
- Ray Betson – A member of the criminal team, giving his perspective on the attempted robbery.
- Robert Adams – Another individual linked to the heist, sharing his side of the story.
- Detectives from the Flying Squad – The officers responsible for disrupting the heist, detailing their role in the investigation and takedown.
Where to Watch
The Diamond Heist is streaming exclusively on Netflix. Whether you’re a fan of true crime, thrilling documentaries, or unbelievable real-life stories, this series offers suspense, insight, and a fresh look at a historic crime that nearly shook the diamond industry.
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