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Andre Braugher's Underrated Gem: 'Thief' Remembered
1 Sep
Summary
- Andre Braugher won his second Emmy for the crime thriller 'Thief'.
- The 2006 FX miniseries starred Braugher as a criminal mastermind.
- Despite critical praise, 'Thief' was canceled after six episodes due to low viewership.
Before captivating audiences as Captain Raymond Holt in "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," Andre Braugher secured his second career Emmy for his role in the 2006 FX crime thriller "Thief." This miniseries showcased Braugher as Nick Atwater, a criminal genius attempting to balance his illicit heists with a fractured family life. The narrative followed Nick as a San Francisco heist led to him being targeted by mobsters and corrupt law enforcement.
Despite receiving widespread critical acclaim, evidenced by an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, "Thief" only completed its planned six-episode run. FX canceled the series quietly due to insufficient viewership, a move that drew disappointment from critics who had lauded the show's gritty drama and Braugher's intense performance. Variety and the Los Angeles Times were among the publications that praised the casting and Braugher's commanding screen presence, highlighting the quality of the production.
