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Prime Video Sets August 6 Premiere for Eddie Murphy-Headlined The Pickup

Directed by Tim Story, the action-comedy has released first-look stills featuring Pete Davidson opposite Keke Palmer, with Eva Longoria among the ensemble.

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Overview

  • Amazon MGM Studios will debut The Pickup globally on Prime Video on August 6, 2025.
  • The Pickup follows armored truck drivers Russell (Eddie Murphy) and Travis (Pete Davidson) as they are ambushed by criminals led by Zoe (Keke Palmer).
  • The star-studded cast unveiled in first-look stills includes Eva Longoria, Marshawn Lynch and Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i.
  • Screenplay by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider delivers high-octane humor and action under Tim Story’s direction.
  • Production overcame a workplace accident in April 2024 and remains on schedule for its summer release.