Prime Video introduces Steal, a new British thriller series created and written by Sotiris Nikias. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios in partnership with Drama Republic, the show features 6 episodes of 60 minutes each and is set to premiere on January 21, 2026. Led by Sophie Turner, Archie Madekwe, and Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Steal delves into the gripping world of contemporary thrillers, blending financial heists, social issues, and psychological drama.
Zara is an ordinary office worker employed at Lochmill Capital, a pension fund management company. Her routine is shattered when a ruthless gang storms the company's premises. Under duress, Zara and her best friend Luke are forced to follow the attackers' orders, who are after diverting billions of pounds from ordinary citizens’ retirement savings. Held hostage, the two must navigate a tense situation filled with fear, compliance, and desperate attempts to survive — all while trying to grasp the true motives behind this high-stakes heist.
Meanwhile, the investigation falls to Chief Inspector Rhys, who is determined to uncover the culprits and unravel the wider implications of the heist. However, he’s battling his own demons: a compulsive gambler recently pulled back into addiction, he must fight to keep his financial woes in check while navigating the complex web of
Steal brings together a seasoned creative team. The series is directed by Sam Miller and Hettie Macdonald, renowned for their work on visually distinctive British thrillers and dramas. Production is handled by Amazon MGM Studios and Drama Republic, with Greg Brenman and Rebecca de Souza serving as executive producers, and Nuala O’Leary overseeing production. This project is part of Prime Video’s broader strategy to bolster its catalog of internationally produced original series with compelling storytelling.
Through its realistic portrayal of financial crime and its setting within a contemporary social backdrop, Steal appeals to fans of tense thrillers and ensemble narratives. The brisk pacing, alternating between claustrophobic tension and investigative drama, along with the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, links the series to stories exploring the excesses of capitalism and the human toll of economic crimes.
Steal Series | 2026
Season 1 drops on Prime Video on January 21, 2026
Thriller | 6 episodes of 60 minutes each
Created by Sotiris Nikias
Directed by Hettie Macdonald and Sam Miller
Starring Sophie Turner, Archie Madekwe, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd
Country: United Kingdom
With Steal, Prime Video offers a heist thriller grounded in contemporary issues, where the tension is driven not only by action but also by moral dilemmas and human vulnerabilities. The series aims to blend gripping storytelling with social commentary, all within a tight, immersive format.
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