'The Diamond Heist' X review: Netizens call docuseries a 'must-watch thriller'

'The Diamond Heist' has been getting a lot of positive attention since its release on April 16. This three-episode docuseries tells the story of one of London’s boldest robbery attempts, the Millennium Dome raid. Viewers have shared their thoughts online, with many calling it gripping, informative, and even a “masterclass” in storytelling.
The series dives into the attempted theft that happened in November 2000 at a diamond exhibition inside the Millennium Dome in London. At the center of the story is the gang’s plan to steal the Millennium Star, a 203-carat diamond considered one of the world’s most valuable gems. Though the criminals went to great lengths to pull off the robbery, they were eventually caught in the act by the Metropolitan Police’s Flying Squad, who had been tracking their movements closely.
One of the unique features of this series is that it includes real interviews with both the police officers who handled the case and the actual criminals involved. This gives the show an authentic feel and allows viewers to see the story from both sides.

Social media reactions have been largely positive. One user praised the series for actually getting the men behind the heist to share their story. Another person called the three-episode documentary “another masterclass” by Guy Ritchie. Some viewers even mentioned that the ending of the series took them by surprise, showing that the storytelling was full of suspense right up to the last moment.

One viewer posted online that the story was “too wild to be true,” yet completely fascinating. Another described the series as the best they’ve seen about this particular heist. The docuseries has caught people’s attention not only for its storytelling and visuals but also for bringing a lesser-known but dramatic event back into the spotlight.

The show also gives an update on the people involved. Of the seven men connected to the attempted heist, six were eventually sentenced, while one of them passed away from stomach cancer before his trial began.

With only three episodes, 'The Diamond Heist' is a short but intense watch that true-crime fans are finding hard to ignore. Whether it’s the clever planning of the robbers, the behind-the-scenes police work, or the way the story unfolds, early viewers seem to agree that the show is worth watching. Many are now curious to see how the show will perform in the coming days, especially with the weekend approaching and more people likely to check it out.