Overview

• Brian Tyree Henry stars as Ray, a petty thief posing as a DEA agent, alongside Wagner Moura as his loyal partner Manny, in the eight-episode series 'Dope Thief.'
• The show is adapted from Dennis Tafoya's 2009 novel and features direction from Ridley Scott in its premiere episode, with Peter Craig serving as creator and showrunner.
• Set in post-pandemic Philadelphia, the series delves into the struggles of two men caught in escalating chaos after a botched heist entangles them with drug cartels and law enforcement.
• Critics praise Henry’s performance for its depth and charisma, though some reviews highlight pacing issues and a stretched narrative that detracts from the show’s impact.
• Supporting performances by Kate Mulgrew and Ving Rhames add emotional weight, while the show’s dark humor and gritty action sequences provide moments of levity and tension.