Sony Pictures has unveiled the highly anticipated first trailer for Caught Stealing, the latest crime thriller from acclaimed director Darren Aronofsky, during their recent presentation at CinemaCon.
The film features a star-studded cast including Austin Butler, Zoë Kravitz, and Regina King, promising an intense journey into the criminal underworld. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1990s New York City, Caught Stealing echoes the fast-paced, edgy tone of early Guy Ritchie films.
Based on Charlie Huston’s books, which Huston himself adapted into the screenplay, the movie follows Hank Thompson, portrayed by Butler, a disgraced former baseball player. Hank’s life takes a dramatic turn when he finds himself tangled in a violent battle for survival within Manhattan’s dark criminal world.
The story begins with Hank’s descent into a life far removed from his past glory days on the baseball field. Once a California sports hero, Hank now works as a bartender in the Lower East Side, a place where the stark realities of life threaten to consume him. His companion in this chaotic existence is a cat named Bud, who, unbeknownst to Hank, will soon become the catalyst for a dangerous and unpredictable series of events.
The plot takes a thrilling twist when Hank’s neighbor, Russ, unexpectedly leaves town and entrusts Hank with his cat. But things quickly spiral out of control when two Russian mobsters drag Hank into a brutal confrontation, revealing that someone is after him — though he has no idea what they want or where to find it.
Within just 24 hours, Hank’s world shatters as he finds himself running across rooftops, evading the police, and fighting for his life against a bizarre mix of dangerous criminals, all because of a cat named Bud.
With its gripping narrative, relentless tension, and a compelling cast, Caught Stealing promises to be a must-watch for fans of suspenseful crime thrillers. The film is poised to captivate audiences with its unique blend of fast-paced action and psychological intrigue.
