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Season 1 – Dope Thief

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86% Tomatometer 51 Reviews 83% Popcornmeter 500+ Ratings
Two lifelong friends pose as DEA agents to rob a house, only to have their small-time grift become a life-and-death enterprise, as they reveal and unravel a big hidden narcotics corridor on the Eastern Seaboard.
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Dope Thief — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura might be punching below their weight with Dope Thief's derivative story, but that doesn't stop them from making this thriller a riveting ride.

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Graeme Blundell The Australian 04/25/2025
Dope Thief is a cracker of a show, possessing a pulpy vitality, superb acting and diverting action sequences, and it is as astutely engineered as any series we’ve seen this year. Go to Full Review Chris Kelly Washington Post 03/18/2025
“Dope Thief” gets real by scratching below the surface of Philadelphia and its environs. Go to Full Review Dan Einav Financial Times 03/18/2025
3/5
The series is elevated by the two leads, whose lively rapport offsets the repetitive cycle of chases, shoot-outs and self-sabotage. Go to Full Review Robert W. Butler Butler's Cinema Scene 06/03/2025
“Dope Thief” alternates between high drama and some satiric comedy, not always making the transition gracefully. But Henry and Moura are weirdly compelling as two guys in way over their heads. Go to Full Review Chris Joyce Movies and Munchies (YouTube) 04/23/2025
4.5/5
As far as captivating crime dramas go, this is a wildly intense ride that should have you glued to your seat, shouting at the screen, pounding the cushions, and then bawling your eyes out. Go to Full Review James Delingpole The Spectator 03/27/2025
What bothers me, slightly, is the jarring mix of very graphic violence with amiable, warm-hearted domestic comedy. Sure, it’s a strength of sorts, because the latter makes the former more bearable; but it’s also a weakness. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Miranda O @RT67890 1d OMG how I loved this show. Perfectly cast and acted, well paced, well written, beautifully shot even if it is -- not particularly attractive settings. Highly recommend. It’s also quite funny in between all the shooting. Bryan Tyree Henry is fantastic. I will watch this man in anything now. Also big ups to his costar who apparently is more of a stage actress, Marin Ireland. Perfectly cast. See more Gareth V @geewah Jul 18 A classic case of two tremendous actors carrying mediocre material through sheer force of will. Henry and Moura's chemistry is genuinely magnetic, but the story doesn't quite match. See more Fran M @FranM Jul 11 It reminded me of Task. Limited mini-series. Two fantastic actors in the lead roles. I really enjoyed the ending. See more Dave D @DFDeLuca Mar 4 Started out great, then it got bogged down. The whole stretch without Manny felt awkward. Not bad, but this could have been spectacular. See more Charles P @ChuckP Feb 13 Ridley Scott directed the first episode which had a great plot, excitement, and acting. The second episode great too. But as the series progressed it lacked the energy, material, writing and storyline became implausible and finished very weak. It appears Ridley Scott series projects have all his attention in the beginning but once he gets less involved they peter out. See more Ken D @mynameisken Jan 25 funny. thrilling. it's got it all. very well done. each episode gets better and better. hoping for season 2. make it happen! (I LOVE the old lady with the little dog) See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Peter Craig

Creator

Brian Tyree Henry

Actor

Wagner Moura

Actor

Marin Ireland

Actor

Kate Mulgrew

Actor

Nesta Cooper

Actor

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 14, 2025 Jolly Ranchers Ray and Manny decide their fake drug busts could be more lucrative, so they recruit a third partner and target an unassuming country house. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 14, 2025 Bat Out of Hell Dealing with the repercussions of their robbery gone wrong, Ray and Manny go into hiding while trying to keep their families safe. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 21, 2025 Run, Die or Relapse Ray combs the streets looking for Manny as the biker gang closes in; DEA agents search for new leads in their hunt for Ray. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 28, 2025 Ray enlists Son's help with the biker gang; Manny descends deeper into despair; agents pressure Michelle as a way to get to Ray. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 4, 2025 Manny feels compelled to make amends; Mina digs into Jack's part in the operation; an unexpected person comes to Ray's rescue. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 11, 2025 Love Songs from Mars Ray refuses to go to the hospital as the situation at Theresa's house unfolds into chaos. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 18, 2025 Mussolini Agents devise a plan to see if Ray knows more than he's letting on; Sherry gives Manny news. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 25, 2025 Innocent People Ray comes clean and finds an unlikely ally in his search for the truth. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Peter Craig
Executive Producer
Ridley Scott, Peter Craig, Brian Tyree Henry, David W. Zucker, Richard Heus, Jordan Sheehan, Clayton Krueger, Jennifer Wiley-Stockton, Tanya Hamilton
Network
Apple TV
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 14, 2025