The first images forDope Thief, an upcoming TV series produced by Ridley Scott, have been released, revealing a first look at the crime show led byNarcosand Monsterverse stars. Scott is no stranger to producing a multitude of TV shows, including critically acclaimed series likeThe Good WifeandThe Terror. He’s also attached to theupcomingAlien: EarthTV serieson FX, alongside the forthcomingBlade Runner 2099show on Prime Video. However, he’s also attached to the upcoming Apple TV+ crime series created by novelist and film writer Peter Craig, set to premiere in 2025.
Now,The Hollywood Reporterhas released three new images fromDope Thief, teasing the upcoming, Scott-produced series.One image shows stars Brian Tyree Henry (Monsterverse) as Ray and Wagner Moura (Narcos) as Manny, two DEA agents in Philadelphia who uncover a massive drug operation. Another image shows Nesta Cooper, whose role in the show is currently unclear. One last picture sees Henry grabbing something out of a truck while looking back, sporting a DEA coat. Check out the new images below:
What Dope Thief’s First Images Say About The Apple TV+ Crime Series
It Appears Dark & Foreboding Already
Dope Thiefis scheduled to premiere with two episodes on Apple TV+ on Jul 12, 2025, with new episodes weekly through April 25. The story follows its lead DEA agents as a small drug bust quickly morphs into a larger investigation, discovering a criminal enterprise spanning the entire East Coast. Alongside his executive producer role, Scott will be directing the first episode, his latest collaboration with Craig, who also worked on thestory forGladiator II. This will be the creator’s TV debut following 14 years of writing major theatrical hits.
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Alongside Henry, Moura, and Cooper, the cast ofDope Thiefwill also consist of Marin Ireland (Sneaky Pete), Kate Mulgrew (Orange is the New Black), Amir Arison (The Blacklist), Ving Rhames (Mission: Impossible), and Dustin Nguyen (Warrior).The eight-episode series is also executive produced by Henry, alongside Richard Heus, Clayton Krueger, Jennifer Wiley-Moxley, Jordan Sheehan, and David W. Zucker. GivenApple TV+ original serieshave often been well-received, the new images emphasize a dak, foreboding tone that will help make it stand out.
BeyondGladiator II, Craig also worked on the story ofTop Gun: Maverick, and was a writer onBad Boys for LifeandThe Batman.
Our Take On Dope Thief’s First Images
The Crime Series Is Shaping Up To Be Fantastic Already
With Henry and Moura already proving their acting prowess throughout their careers,Dope Thiefis shaping up to be a powerful new entry under Scott’s belt. While not much is known about how the series will play out, its leading stars coupled with those involved behind the scenes makes it sound like the series will be a twisted mystery filled with crime and thrilling moments. More information will likely be revealed as the release date draws closer.
Dope Thief
Cast
Dope Thief follows two lifelong friends from Philadelphia who impersonate DEA agents to commit a robbery, inadvertently stumbling upon a major narcotics corridor. The seemingly simple heist escalates into a critical situation, threatening their lives and unravelling their friendship against the backdrop of the East Coast drug trade.
