LOS ANGELES January 10, 2026 – Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry has sent fans into a frenzy by dropping a surprise new trailer for her upcoming crime thriller Crime 101 on X (formerly Twitter). The post, shared on January 10, quickly garnered thousands of likes and reposts, building anticipation for the star-studded film’s theatrical debut.
In the trailer, viewers are plunged into a gritty Los Angeles underworld filled with high-stakes heists, shadowy pursuits, and intense confrontations. Key scenes feature a sun-bleached cityscape at dusk, high-speed chases involving motorcycles and cars, and dramatic close-ups of the cast in tense moments—ranging from suited figures in dimly lit rooms to explosive action sequences with gunfire and sparks. The footage culminates in the film’s title card, highlighting its ensemble cast and February 13 release date. Crime 101 follows an elusive jewel thief (played by Chris Hemsworth) planning his final big score along California’s Pacific Coast Highway. His path crosses with a disillusioned insurance broker (Halle Berry) at a personal crossroads, while a determined detective (Mark Ruffalo) closes in to prevent a multi-million-dollar heist. The story is adapted from Don Winslow’s 2010 novella of the same name, blending elements of precision crime, betrayal, and moral ambiguity.
Directed by Bart Layton, known for his work on The Imposter and American Animals, the film boasts a powerhouse ensemble. Alongside Hemsworth, Ruffalo, Berry, and Barry Keoghan (portraying a key criminal figure with a distinctive blonde look), the cast includes Monica Barbaro, Corey Hawkins, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Nick Nolte. Produced by Working Title Films and Amazon MGM Studios, Crime 101 promises a razor-sharp thriller with explosive action and psychological depth.
Berry’s X post, captioned “Surprise! Here’s our new trailer for #Crime101 starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan and myself. Retweet if you’re seated for this on Feb 13,” has sparked mixed reactions. Enthusiastic fans praised the Marvel reunion vibe—referencing Berry’s Storm, Hemsworth’s Thor, and Ruffalo’s Hulk—with comments like “A Marvel reunion… Storm. Thor. Hulk! Wow!” and excited GIFs. However, some expressed reservations about Ruffalo’s involvement, citing his off-screen activism as a deterrent.
The trailer has also been shared across platforms, including official YouTube channels and social media posts from co-stars like Hemsworth, who hyped it as “big screen cinema at its finest.” With its February 13, 2026, release in theaters and IMAX, Crime 101 is positioning itself as a must-see for fans of heist thrillers like Heat or Ocean’s Eleven, but with a modern twist of personal stakes and unrelenting pursuit.
As excitement builds, industry insiders predict strong box office potential given the A-list cast and timely release in the post-holiday season. Stay tuned for more updates as Crime 101 gears up to hit the big screen.
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