For the first time beyond the Marvel universe, Hemsworth and Ruffalo join forces, bringing their Thor and Hulk legacies into a gritty new ensemble.
Headlined by Chris Hemsworth, Crime 101 is a gripping 2026 crime thriller inspired by the novella from Don Winslow. The film first debuted in London on January 28, 2026, before arriving in U.S. theaters on February 13, 2026. Expanding its reach to a wider audience, it is scheduled to begin streaming on Prime Video starting April 1, 2026.
Directed by Bart Layton, Crime 101 holds an impressive 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film mixes old-school grit with a fresh, modern feel. The chemistry between Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo adds both tension and charm. Hemsworth stars as Mike Davis, a meticulous thief who operates by a strict personal code, while Mark Ruffalo plays Detective Lou Lubesnick, a seasoned investigator determined to crack the notorious “101” heists
Under the hazy skies of Los Angeles, a wave of precise jewel robberies unfolds along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. The police chalk it up to cartel operations, but Detective Lou Lubesnick isn’t convinced—he sees the careful hand of a single, methodical thief. As the criminal lines up one final, high-stakes score, everything starts to tighten around him. His path collides with a worn-down insurance broker and a detective who has finally cracked the pattern behind the crimes, setting the stage for a tense showdown.
Apart from Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo. Halle Berry steps in as Sharon, a disillusioned insurance broker who unexpectedly allies herself with Mike, and Barry Keoghan delivers menace as Ormon, a violent rival criminal with no moral compass. Monica Barbaro adds complexity as Maya, Mike’s love interest and an FBI profiler caught between duty and desire. Supporting performances from Jennifer Jason Leigh, Nick Nolte, Corey Hawkins, and Tate Donovan round out the ensemble, promising a layered mix of grit, tension, and emotional depth.
