The saga of Ocean’s Eleven expands and looks to the past with a project that promises to rewrite the origins of one of cinema’s most iconic thieves. The official prequel, announced at CinemaCon 2026, will bring a completely new story to the screen, far from the casinos of Las Vegas but equally full of charm. At the center of the story there will not be Danny Ocean, but who taught him everything: his parents. A change of perspective that aims to explore the roots of the family’s criminal talent, offering a new narrative chapter that expands the universe of the saga.
Margot Robbie confirms the story for her “Ocean’s 11” prequel movie with Bradley Cooper:
“Before Danny Ocean ever stepped foot in Vegas, two masterminds taught him everything he knows — his parents. You’ll see them in their prime, and in our new movie, pulling off an epic heist… pic.twitter.com/jr6jwQwsSx
— Variety (@Variety) April 15, 2026
Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper lead the project
The protagonist couple will be played by Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper, two leading names who guarantee great international appeal. Not only that: Cooper will also be director and screenwriter, thus signing a very personal project.
This is the actor’s fourth film behind the camera after that A Star Is Born, Master And Is this the last line?while Robbie will also be involved as a producer through her company. This double presence, in front and behind the scenes, suggests a film with attention to detail and a precise vision.
A robbery in the heart of European luxury
The real surprise is the setting: the film will take place during the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, one of the most iconic and glamorous events in the world. No more American casinos, then, but the French Riviera of the Sixties, with elegance, tension and perfect opportunities for a spectacular heist. The plot will revolve around an epic robbery organized during the race weekend, with the chaos and luxury of the circuit as the ideal backdrop. A context that combines sport, high society and intrigue, creating a new narrative mix for the saga.
A franchise in full expansion
The prequel fits into a particularly active moment for the world of Ocean’s. At the same time, in fact, it is also being developed Ocean’s 14which will bring back historical faces such as George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt and Matt Damon. This double direction – past and future – demonstrates the desire to transform the franchise into a broader narrative universe, capable of renewing itself without losing its identity.
Production and release: what we know
Filming of the film should begin during 2026, while the theatrical release is scheduled for July 25, 2027. The screenplay is entrusted to Carrie Solomon and the project is developed by Warner Bros, which is banking on this title as one of the most anticipated of the coming years. With a fascinating setting, a first-rate cast and a story that promises pace and twists, the prequel to Ocean’s Eleven is preparing to bring the public back into the world of big scams, but from a completely new perspective.
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