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It Takes a Thief (2005) (2005)

2005 US 2 Seasons 80 Episodes

Documentary Mystery Drama

Overview

It Takes a Thief presents an unprecedented look at home security through live burglaries. Guided by two reformed criminals, the show reveals vulnerabilities in residential safety by demonstrating actual break-ins. Each episode features these seasoned ex-burglars, who share their expertise and insights into the psyche of a thief, helping homeowners understand the importance of security measures. By highlighting the shortcomings in everyday home defenses, the series aims to educate viewers and encourage proactive steps toward safeguarding their properties.

Cast

Jon Douglas Rainey Matthew T. Johnston Michael Pepple

Episodes

Bachelor Break-In

Heist in the Suburbs

Pinching the Painter

The Great Harley Heist

Three Women and a Burglar

Grand Theft Autos

Reading, Writing and Robberies

Like Mother, Like Daughter

Desperate Housewife

Something Old, Something New

Thief and the Single Lady

Cops and Robbers

Good Cop, Bad Cop

Leave It to Grandma

Special Assignment: Big Brother

Security He Said/She Said

Shape Up or Ship Out

Daddy's Little Girl

Bed and Break-Ins

Big Burglar on Campus

A Silent Robbery

Wine, Dine and Dash

Haven in the Hood

Shaking Up the Southern Comfort

Unlocking the Past

Collecting Bad Habits

Inherited Fortune

And Burglar Makes Four

Nighttime Is the Right Time

Mi casa es su casa

Big Apple Break-In

Car Repair... or Robbery?

Theft on the Water

Thrashin' and Trashin'

Mayhem for the Moms

Skating Away with Goods

Par for the Course

Crime Fighting Duo

Crookin' in the Dark

Dream Come True

Diamond in the Rough

Security Sisters

Beach Hamlet Heist

Now You See It, Now You Don't

Dog Town and Thief Boys

Ambush Makeover

Reversal of Fortune

Gone in 60 Seconds

Ladies of the Lake