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Chris Hemsworth Stars in Amazon's 'Crime 101' Trailer

10/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Amazon MGM Studios released the trailer for Crime 101, a crime drama opening February 13, 2026.
Chris Hemsworth stars as an elusive thief whose high-stakes heists along the 101 freeway in Los Angeles confound police.
Halle Berry co-stars as a disillusioned insurance broker who partners with him for a final job.
Bart Layton directs Crime 101, adapted from Don Winslow’s novella, with Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

History

Historical Context

The 1992 Los Angeles riots erupted on April 29, following the acquittal of four LAPD officers in the brutal beating of Rodney King. Over six days, the unrest resulted in 63 deaths and $1 billion in damages, exposing deep-rooted racial tensions and systemic issues in law enforcement. The riots highlighted ongoing struggles for justice and equality in urban America, echoing themes explored in the film "Crime 101."

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Story summary

Amazon MGM Studios released the trailer for Crime 101, a crime drama opening February 13, 2026.
Chris Hemsworth stars as an elusive thief whose high-stakes heists along the 101 freeway in Los Angeles confound police.
Halle Berry co-stars as a disillusioned insurance broker who partners with him for a final job.
Bart Layton directs Crime 101, adapted from Don Winslow’s novella, with Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

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