Apple TV+ has officially released the highly anticipated trailer for Dope Thief, an eight-episode crime drama that is set to captivate audiences. This series is executive produced by the acclaimed Academy Award-nominee Ridley Scott, who also directs the inaugural episode. Additionally, the creative vision comes from Academy Award-nominee Peter Craig, and stars the talented Academy, Emmy, and Tony Award-nominee Brian Tyree Henry, who takes on the role of executive producer as well. Viewers can mark their calendars for the series’ global launch on Apple TV+, with the first two episodes premiering on Friday, March 14, 2025, followed by weekly releases every Friday until April 25.

Based on the gripping novel by Dennis Tafoya, Dope Thief follows a group of long-time friends from Philadelphia who engage in reckless behavior. They masquerade as DEA agents to execute a robbery on an unsuspecting house in the countryside. However, their seemingly simple scam spirals into a high-stakes life-or-death situation as they inadvertently expose a major hidden narcotics corridor on the Eastern seaboard. This unexpected twist transforms their petty crime into a thrilling narrative filled with danger and suspense.

The talented ensemble cast alongside Brian Tyree Henry includes renowned actors such as Wagner Moura, Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison, Dustin Nguyen, and Golden Globe-winner Ving Rhames. Each actor brings a unique dynamic to the series, enhancing the intensity and complexity of the storyline as their characters navigate the treacherous world of crime and betrayal.

Produced by Apple Studios, Dope Thief is a product of Scott Free Productions. The series is helmed by executive producers Peter Craig and Ridley Scott, with a powerhouse team that includes David W. Zucker, Richard Heus, Henry, Jordan Sheehan, Clayton Krueger, and Jennifer Wiley-Moxley. This collaboration showcases Scott Free Productions’ commitment to delivering compelling narratives under their first-look TV deal with Apple. In addition to Dope Thief, Scott is also collaborating with Apple on the epic period drama Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix as the infamous historical figure.

The official synopsis of Tafoya?s book, as detailed on Amazon, describes the story as follows:
?Ray and his best friend, Manny, have maintained a close bond since their time in juvenile detention nearly two decades ago. They have devised an ingenious scheme: by donning fake badges and DEA windbreakers sourced from a thrift store, they pose as federal agents to rob small-time drug dealers. Their approach is meticulous, allowing them to make off with cash and drugs without raising suspicion. target small-time dealers who are too nervous to retaliate and too guilty to alert law enforcement, ensuring a perfect sting operation.

However, their luck cannot hold out indefinitely. They eventually select the wrong target, walking away with hundreds of thousands of dollars, which draws the ire of a dangerous figure willing to kill for his stolen money. As Ray grapples with the consequences of their actions, he realizes he yearns for a way out?away from the con and the life he feels trapped in. The question remains if either his latest victim or his partner will allow him to escape this treacherous lifestyle.?