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Bradley Cooper Leads Ocean's Prequel with Margot Robbie

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Bradley Cooper is rumored to write, direct, and star in an Ocean's prequel after director Lee Isaac Chung exited the project.
Margot Robbie is confirmed to star and produce through LuckyChap Entertainment.
The film is set in 1960s Europe and aims to begin production before the end of the year.
Carrie Solomon wrote the screenplay, and the project forms part of the Ocean's revival begun with the original 1960 film.

History

Historical Context

The original "Ocean's 11," released in 1960, starred Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, reflecting Las Vegas's growing entertainment scene. This heist film, grossing over $5 million, set the stage for a successful franchise, including the 2001 reboot. The upcoming prequel continues this legacy, highlighting Hollywood's trend of revisiting and reinterpreting classic films for modern audiences.

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Story summary

Bradley Cooper is rumored to write, direct, and star in an Ocean's prequel after director Lee Isaac Chung exited the project.
Margot Robbie is confirmed to star and produce through LuckyChap Entertainment.
The film is set in 1960s Europe and aims to begin production before the end of the year.
Carrie Solomon wrote the screenplay, and the project forms part of the Ocean's revival begun with the original 1960 film.

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