Based on true events, HEIST 88 takes you back to an era before cyber crime ruled.
LOS ANGELES – SHOWTIME unveils the official trailer and promotional art for the hotly anticipated original film, HEIST 88. Led by the magnetic two-time Emmy Award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance, known for his stellar roles in The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story and Lovecraft Country.
Set to stream on the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscription plan, the gripping crime drama premieres on Friday, September 29. A subsequent linear airing is scheduled on SHOWTIME, Sunday, October 1, at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
Based on real-life incidents, HEIST 88 transports audiences to an era predating digital dominance and the cybersecurity landscape of the present. Vance embodies Jeremy Horne, a manipulative criminal prodigy. With prison on the horizon, Horne orchestrates a grand finale – a heist targeting a whopping $80 million from the U.S. banking sector, recruiting a squad of young bank insiders.
Featured Cast & Characters:
- Courtney B. Vance as Jeremy Horne: A persuasive criminal strategizing one final coup.
- Keesha Sharp as Bree Barnes: A savvy political consultant and Jeremy’s romantic interest.
- Keith David as Buddha Ray (Raymond Oliver): Jeremy’s mentor, an expert in cracking safes.
- Xavier Clyde as Danny Pugh: A bank-employed comic-book enthusiast with a penchant for numbers.
- Bentley Green as Marshall King: Jeremy’s spirited DJ nephew.
- Nican Robinson as Rick Windom: A bank veteran with stockbroking aspirations.
- Precious Way as LaDonna Sanders: A brilliant yet underappreciated bank worker.
The movie sees a reunion of Vance with talents such as Keesha Sharp, previously his co-star in The People v. O.J. Simpson, and Bentley Green, Vance’s co-actor from the drama, 61st Street.
HEIST 88 boasts a screenplay by Dwayne Johnson-Cochran (Minor Adjustments). Menhaj Huda (Kidulthood) sits in the director’s chair. The production powerhouse includes Angela Bassett, Courtney B. Vance, and a robust team from Bassett Vance Productions, Gunpowder & Sky, and MTV Entertainment Studios.
For more details, visit SHOWTIME’s official website.
Join the excitement at @coolbruthas and mark your calendars for HEIST 88 on September 29. It’s a heist you won’t want to miss! Stay Fresh, Stay True.