Dope Thief: Apple TV+ crime drama’s premiere date, storyline, cast and production team

Apple TV+ has revealed the release date for its upcoming crime drama series Dope Thief. The eight-episode series is inspired by Dennis Tafoya’s novel.

Premiere Date

The series will debut with two episodes on March 14, 2025. Subsequent episodes will be released weekly on Fridays until April 25, 2025.

Storyline

The plot follows two friends in Philadelphia, who pretend to be DEA agents. Their scam leads them to uncover a major drug trafficking network.

Cast and Production Team

The series stars Brian Tyree Henry, who also serves as an executive producer. The ensemble cast includes Wagner Moura, Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison and Ving Rhames.

Dope Thief is produced by Apple Studios and Scott Free Productions. Peter Craig, the creator, has written all episodes and directs one as part of his directorial debut. Ridley Scott, Brian Tyree Henry and others serve as executive producers.

FAQs:

When will Dope Thief premiere on Apple TV+?
The series will premiere on March 14, 2025, with two episodes. Weekly episodes will follow on Fridays.

What is the main storyline of Dope Thief?
The story follows two friends whose scam as fake DEA agents exposes a hidden drug trafficking network.