Cunning Schemes and High Stakes: Ridley Scott's Dope Thief Premieres on Apple TV+

Ridley Scott continues to expand his impressive body of work as he ventures once again into television with an exciting new series set to debut on Apple TV+. Known for his groundbreaking films, Scott's versatility shines through when he collaborates with other talented individuals to create compelling narratives. In the coming month, he will join forces with Peter Craig to present Dope Thief.

This gripping series features two close friends, portrayed by Wagner Moura and Brian Tyree Henry, who devise a cunning scheme to outsmart small-time drug dealers in Philadelphia. Their plan is to impersonate DEA agents, claiming to be acting under governmental directives. As they navigate this risky lifestyle, their clever tactics lead to unexpected success—until they mistakenly target the wrong individual, setting off a dangerous chain of events.

Dope Thief is set to premiere on Apple TV+ starting March 14. Below, viewers can find the series trailer, along with its official synopsis.

• Two childhood buddies (Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura) in Philadelphia pretend to be Drug Enforcement Administration officers to rob small-time drug dealers.
• It’s an ingenious scam—until they mistakenly select the wrong individual and find themselves in a precarious situation with a large narcotics operation.