Based on the book of the same name by Dennis Tafoya, the series follows old friends and Philadelphia delinquents who pose as DEA agents to rob an unknown house in the countryside. However, their little scam becomes a life-or-death venture when they unknowingly uncover and unravel the largest hidden narcotics corridor on the East Coast.
In addition to Henry, the ensemble cast includes Wagner Moura, Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison, Dustin Nguyen and Golden Globe Award winner Ving Rhames.
Dope Thief comes from Apple Studios and is a Scott Free production. The series is produced by Craig, Scott, David W. Zucker, Richard Heus, Henry, Jordan Sheehan, Clayton Krueger and Jennifer Wiley-Moxley.
Dope Thief will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Friday, March 14, 2025, followed by new episodes every Friday through April 25.
Watch the trailer below.
Brian Tyree Henry, known for his Emmy-nominated role in FX's Atlanta, plays the lead role of Ray. In a recent interview, Henry said he initially turned down the pilot script but was later captivated by the story.