CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

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October 8, 2025 3 mins

It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. 

Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3...

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David Ghantt is stuck in a crappy job and an unhappy marriage. So when his former coworker (and crush) Kelly Campbell suggests they steal millions, David doesn't hesitate to sign up for the heist of a lifetime.

 

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October 15, 2025 36 mins

The heist crew somehow makes off with 17 million dollars, but the plan to help David escape starts to unravel.

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October 15, 2025 41 mins

Having escaped to Mexico, David is living in luxury. Meanwhile, the gang members back home adjust to their lives as America's most wanted millionaires.

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October 15, 2025 37 mins

David's running out of money. Instead of sending his cut, Steve sends "Bruno" to eliminate his co-conspirator.

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October 15, 2025 36 mins

David realizes he's been double-crossed, as the FBI's evidence starts piling up.

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October 15, 2025 33 mins

You can run, but you can't hide from FBI agent John Wydra.

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October 15, 2025 36 mins

Someone confesses, and the heist crew faces serious consequences.

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October 15, 2025 43 mins

Years after the Loomis Fargo Heist, Hollywood comes calling. Also, a ferret rides in a limousine.

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