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''Thief'' is a 2006 American
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miniseries starring Andre Braugher as Nick Atwater, a master thief and leader of a heist crew, balancing his personal life with the planning of a major heist. It aired on FX from March 28 to May 2. The pilot was originally ordered by FX back in 2002, but didn't move forward until Braugher signed on. Despite critical acclaim, the show failed to garner significant ratings and FX declined to extend the series. Each episode features a different song performed by multiple
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nominee Anthony Hamilton.


Cast and characters

* Andre Braugher as Nick Atwater *
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as Tammi Deveraux *
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as Elmo "Mo" Jones * Yancey Arias as Gabriel "Gabo" Williams * Clifton Collins Jr. as Jack Hill


Episodes


Awards and nominations

On August 27, 2006, at the 58th Primetime Emmy Awards, Andre Braugher won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for his portrayal of Nick Atwater, the second career Emmy for Braugher.
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was also nominated for his portrayal of Jack Hill for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie. Braugher also received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film.


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