The first images for drug thiefan upcoming TV series produced by Ridley Scott, has been released, revealing a first look at the police show led by Narcos and Monsterverse stars. Scott is no stranger to producing a multitude of TV shows, including critically acclaimed series like The good wife and The Terror. It is also linked to the next Alien: Earth TV series on FX, along with the next Blade Runner 2099 show on Prime Video. However, it is 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 Reporter released three new images of drug thiefteasing the upcoming series produced by Scott. An image shows stars Brian Tyree Henry (Monsterverse) as Ray and Wagner Moura (Narcos) as Mannytwo DEA agents in Philadelphia who uncover a major drug operation. Another image shows Nesta Cooper, whose role in the show is still unclear. A final photo shows Henry grabbing something from a truck while looking back, wearing a DEA coat. Check out the new images below:
What the first Dope Thief images say about the Apple TV+ crime series
It already seems dark and foreboding
drug thief is scheduled to premiere with two episodes on Apple TV+ on March 14, 2025with new episodes weekly until April 25th. The story follows its top DEA agents as a small drug bust quickly turns into a larger investigation, uncovering a criminal enterprise that spans the entire East Coast. In addition to his role as executive producer, Scott will direct the first episode, his latest collaboration with Craig, who also worked on the story for Gladiator II. This will be the creator’s debut on TV after 14 years writing major theatrical hits.
Alongside Henry, Moura and Cooper, the cast of drug thief will also be composed by Marin Ireland (Sneaky Pete), Kate Mulgrew (Orange is the new black), Amir Arison (The black list), Ving Rhames (Mission: Impossible) and Dustin Nguyen (Warrior). The eight-episode series is also executive produced by Henryalongside Richard Heus, Clayton Krueger, Jennifer Wiley-Moxley, Jordan Sheehan and David W. Zucker. Given that Apple TV+ original series are often well-received, the new images emphasize a dark and foreboding tone that will help make them stand out.
Our opinion on the first images of the drug thief
The police series is already becoming fantastic
With Henry and Moura already proving their acting prowess throughout their careers, drug thief is shaping up to be a powerful new entry on Scott’s resume. While not much is known about how the series will unfold, its main stars, along with those involved behind the scenes, make it seem like the series will be a twisted mystery full of crime and exciting moments. More information will likely be revealed as the release date approaches.
Source: THR