Hollywood heavyweight Bradley Cooper is reportedly in negotiations to star opposite Margot Robbie in the upcoming Ocean’s Eleven prequel, a fresh chapter in the beloved heist franchise that began with Steven Soderbergh’s 2001 blockbuster.
The new film will serve as a prelude to the events of the original Ocean’s Eleven, which featured an all-star ensemble cast including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts. Known for its slick style, sharp wit, and high-stakes plotting, the 2001 film followed a crew of skilled con artists as they attempted to rob three Las Vegas casinos in one night.
The prequel is expected to shift the timeline and setting, taking viewers back in time — possibly to 1960s Europe — and exploring the origins of the Ocean family’s criminal legacy. Margot Robbie, who is also producing the project through her LuckyChap banner, has been attached to the film since early development. Bradley Cooper, if confirmed, would likely take on a co-lead role, possibly tied to the family of Danny or Debbie Ocean.
Directed by Lee Isaac Chung (Minari, Twisters), with a script by Carrie Solomon, the film aims to reimagine the charm and cleverness of the franchise with a vintage twist. While plot details remain under wraps, the project is said to blend the glamour of the era with the tension of a classic heist.
The Ocean’s franchise has long been a staple of stylish crime cinema, and the addition of two of today’s biggest stars — Robbie and Cooper — suggests the prequel is being positioned as both a nostalgic nod and a reinvention for a new generation of fans.
Production timelines and release dates are yet to be announced.