David Shore and Freddie Highmore: the most polite thief in Ireland arrives on TV

Published on May 25, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

David Shore and Freddie Highmore reunite after The Good Doctor. The new series, still untitled, adapts the true story of an Irish thief who for decades combined his passion for books with meticulous robberies in libraries and mansions. Known for his courtesy and impeccable manners, this character earned the nickname the gentleman thief. A blend of crime and culture that promises unexpected twists.

elegant man in tailored suit inside dimly lit rare book library, holding a leather-bound volume while slipping a vintage lockpick into a glass display case, shelves of antique books and a laptop showing security camera feed, motion blur on his gloved hand during the delicate action, cinematic photorealistic style, dramatic amber light from desk lamp contrasting with cool blue monitor glow, polished hardwood floor reflecting shadows, ultra-detailed textures on book spines and brass fixtures, technical illustration aesthetic

How Technology Caught the Gentleman Thief 🔍

The production will explore how, despite his meticulousness, the thief was finally caught thanks to technological advances. Improved security cameras, smart alarm systems, and behavioral pattern analysis allowed authorities to track his movements. The series will show the contrast between his artisanal methods and the growing digital sophistication of surveillance. A duel between human ingenuity and the coldness of data that defined the outcome of his career.

Stealing Books and Apologizing: The Code of the Polite Thief 📚

The most curious aspect of the case is that, according to reports, the thief used to apologize to his victims while fleeing with the loot. Imagine coming home and finding a thank-you note next to the gap left by the stolen book. A true gentleman of crime, although the police didn't take his manners lightly. That said, if he's going to steal, at least he could leave the bookshelf tidy.