The release date for Austin Butler’s upcoming crime thriller filmCaught Stealinghas officially been revealed.Caught Stealingis based on the novel of the same name by author Charlie Huston, and will bedirected by Darren Aronofsky. The plot follows a former baseball player who enters the criminal world of New York in the 1990s. In addition to Butler, the cast ofCaught Stealingincludes Zoë Kravitz, Regina King, Matt Smith, Liev Schrieber, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Bad Bunny.
Sony Pictures has revealed thatCaught Stealingwill be released in theaters on July 23, 2025.Caught Stealingonly wrapped filming in late 2024, so its upcoming late summer release date comes relatively soon after. Butler’s last movie to be released in theaters was 2024’sThe Bikeriders, in which he played an outlaw biker.
What Caught Stealing’s Release Date Means For The Film
Caught Stealing Could Be One Of 2025’s Best Movies
Caught Stealing’s release date suggests that filming went quite smoothly on the upcoming Aronofsky movie. Aronsofky is a veteran director who has helmed films such asRequiem for a Dream,The Wrestler, andBlack Swan. His most recent movie,The Whale, earned Brendan Fraser an Academy Award for Best Actor. Therefore,there’s a chance that Butler could receive similar awards buzz forCaught Stealingafter its release.
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Austin Butler’s best moviesincludeOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood,Elvis, and last year’sDune: Part Two.The Bikeridersproved that Butler perfectly plays the brooding criminal archetype. While Butler likely won’t be quite as brooding inCaught Stealing, the story of the film will see him on the run from NYPD officers. Huston has written three books in hisHank Thompsonseries.Caught Stealingwas followed up bySix Bad ThingsandA Dangerous Man. However,it’s currently unknown if the upcomingCaught Stealingfilm adaptation will lead to any sequels.
Our Take On Caught Stealing’s Release Date
Anticipation Is High For Caught Stealing
Behind-the-scenesphotos from the set ofCaught Stealinghave built up anticipation for the film. Smith, specifically, has completely transformed into a punk rocker for his role inCaught Stealing.It will be exciting to see Butler team up withCaught Stealing’simpressive cast, as well as Aronofsky. Butler seems like he will be a perfect fit for an Aronofsky movie, so hopefully their partnership leads to great reviews forCaught Stealing.
