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Channing Tatum Stars as 'The Roofman' in New Film

9/7/2025

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"Roofman," directed by Derek Cianfrance, features Channing Tatum as Jeffrey Manchester, a criminal ex-veteran.
Known as "The Roofman," he robbed over 45 McDonald's in North Carolina via roof entries.
After escaping prison in 2004, he lived undetected in a Toys "R" Us for six months.
The film delves into his relationship with Leigh Wainscott (Kirsten Dunst), who is unaware of his past.
Blending crime, comedy, and romance, Cianfrance highlights Tatum's charm and complexity.
The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival and will release on October 10, 2025.

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Story summary

"Roofman," directed by Derek Cianfrance, features Channing Tatum as Jeffrey Manchester, a criminal ex-veteran.
Known as "The Roofman," he robbed over 45 McDonald's in North Carolina via roof entries.
After escaping prison in 2004, he lived undetected in a Toys "R" Us for six months.
The film delves into his relationship with Leigh Wainscott (Kirsten Dunst), who is unaware of his past.
Blending crime, comedy, and romance, Cianfrance highlights Tatum's charm and complexity.
The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival and will release on October 10, 2025.