Two Star-Studded Heist Films Hit Peacock Streaming Service

Lionsgate's acclaimed heist movies featuring Woody Harrelson and Morgan Freeman are officially available to stream on Peacock starting today. These popular installments bring together an ensemble cast known for thrilling cinematic adventures.

The franchise boasts an impressive lineup of talent beyond Harrelson and Freeman. Key actors include Jesse Eisenberg as J. Daniel Atlas, Isla Fisher as Henley Reeves, and Dave Franco as Jack Wilder.

The Ensemble Cast and Franchise Details

The supporting cast features notable names such as Mark Ruffalo as Dylan Rhodes, Mélanie Laurent as Alma Dray, and Michael Caine as Arthur Tressler. Later installments introduced Daniel Radcliffe as Walter Mabry and Lizzy Caplan as Lula May.

The first film, released in 2013, was directed by Louis Leterrier, known for The Transporter. The sequel followed in 2016, helmed by Jon M. Chu, the director behind Wicked.

Synopsis of the First Installment

The initial movie centers on the charismatic magician Atlas, who leads a group called the Four Horsemen. This team of illusionists performs spectacular magic shows designed to expose and financially drain corrupt individuals, transferring funds to audience members.

A federal agent and an Interpol detective attempt to stop the Horsemen before their next major performance. They seek assistance from Thaddeus, a renowned debunker of illusions, to track the group down.

Critical Reception and Franchise Future

Despite achieving significant commercial success, both initial movies garnered mixed reactions from film critics upon their respective releases. Last year, the studio managed to reunite the core cast for a brand new entry in the series, nearly a decade after the second film.

Although the third installment earned less revenue than its predecessors, it has since become the highest-rated film in the entire franchise, according to recent assessments.