The new thrillerCrime 101adds another major actor. The upcoming movie is about a detective named Lou Lubesnick who is trying to track down a jewel thief attempting the perfect heist. With Bart Layton as the director, the film has assembled a star-studded cast includingChris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Barry Keoghan. The projectis based on a short story by Don Winslow,with the script written by Layton.

As perVariety,Crime 101has added Oscar-winning actor Halle Berry. Her specific role in the film has not been confirmed. According to the source, Berry is in final negotiations for the part. The report also revealed thatCrime 101is set to begin filming in two weeks.

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What This Casting Means For Crime 101

Crime 101 Has An Exciting Mixture Of Cast Members

Berry’s role inCrime 101continues the actor’s streak of big films. Earlier this year,she acted in the mixed-reviewed Netflix filmThe Union, which starred her as a spy who loops her ex-boyfriend (Mark Wahlberg) into her espionage lifestyle. She also appeared in the lead role in the horror filmNever Let Go, which released in theaters last month. WithCrime 101, Berry is sticking around in the action genre, where she has already compiled a strong resume with even the likes ofJohn Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum. This will continue the actor’s hot streak and add an A-lister to the ensemble.

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With a career spanning 30 years, Ruffalo’s ability to seamlessly transition between genres has made him a respected actor with amazing movies.

Hemsworth, Ruffalo, and Keoghan are a draw to the filmon their own.Keoghan’s careerhas taken off in recent years, as the actor was nominated for an Oscar for his role inThe Banshees of Inisherinand made a splash with his hit part inSaltburn.Saltburnwent viral on platforms like TikTok, making it more likely that a younger audience might be drawn in by Keoghan. Berry and Ruffalo may draw an older movie crowd, alongside audiences familiar with their work in the MCU.

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Pedro Pascal was initially in the cast but was replaced by Ruffalo.

Our Take On The Crime 101 Casting

The Crime 101 Cast Is Exciting

I am excited about the balance that Berry will provide forCrime 101. After all, Berry is an Oscar winner (forMonster’s Ballin 2002) and has shown her strength in countless feature films. I think that she could add a lot to this thrilling film since her experience is rich in the action genre. Layton has also shown his strength in the thriller genre with films likeThe ImposterandAmerican Animals,with the latter receiving a lot of critical acclaim.It will have been over six years since the director released a film, soCrime 101markshis exciting return.