Explosive Heist Movie! Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Sam Worthington & Theo James Star in “The Criminals”

Featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, and Sam Worthington in leading roles guarantees a robust thriller, but “The Criminals” promises to be just as explosive, as showcased by the newly released images from David MacKenzie’s latest movie. Returning to theaters on May 6, just over six months after the release of “The Intermediary” which also starred the ‘Avatar’ lead as a villain.

Alongside Theo James, Sam Worthington plays one of the titular criminals who seizes an unexpected opportunity (the discovery of an unexploded WWII bomb at a London construction site) to pull off the most daring heist ever seen in the English capital, a city that has experienced its share of James Bond escapades. This sets the stage for a high-stakes action thriller whose trailer was dropped this Tuesday, March 31, just over a month before its cinematic debut, potentially marking it as a standout film of 2026 in its genre.

Explosive Action Ahead

David MacKenzie, known for his genre versatility but with a proven track record in thrillers like “Comancheria” with its Western overtones and “The Intermediary,” is at the helm. He is supported by the charismatic performances of his cast, including the outstanding Gugu Mbatha-Raw (‘Loki’) in the role of a police officer likely aligned with Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s bomb-disarming character. They find themselves pitted against the robbers.

If the trailer is anything to go by, “The Criminals” is set to glue audiences to their seats and keep them on the edge, coming in just over a month. You’ll be glad to hear there’s a public holiday shortly after its release, giving you the perfect opportunity to recover.

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