Dope Thief is a 2025 American crime drama film created by Peter Craig and directed by Ridley Scott. The film premiered on the Apple TV+ movie platform on March 14, 2025.
The story takes place in Philadelphia and follows the lives of two longtime friends – Ray Driscoll (Brian Tyree Henry) and Manny Carvalho (Wagner Moura). They pose as DEA agents to rob small-time drug dealers and sell the stolen goods. This scam provides them with income, but after a botched robbery of a large methamphetamine lab, which results in a shootout and deaths, they attract the attention of real authorities and dangerous criminal organizations.
After a fatal robbery, Ray and Manny find themselves pursued by both real DEA agents and dangerous drug cartels. They must deal with the consequences of their actions while trying to protect their loved ones and find a way out of the situation. The series explores themes such as friendship, loyalty and moral dilemmas in the context of the criminal world.
„"„Dope Thief“" received positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of the main actors and the dynamic plot. The series has been described as a combination of "„Breaking Bad“" and "„The Wire„", with a fast-paced story and intense moments.
„Dope Thief“ is a tense and emotionally charged look at the lives of two friends trying to survive in the dangerous world of drugs and crime. The series is available on Apple TV+.
The film is based on the 2009 novel of the same name by Dennis Tafoya.
