Chris Hemsworth has played a god, a secret agent, and a haunted chef, but a diamond thief? That is a new one. ‘Crime 101’ brings together Hemsworth, Halle Berry, and Mark Ruffalo in a heist thriller that has been turning heads since its theatre run earlier this year. Based on Don Winslow’s acclaimed novel and directed by Bart Layton, the film is set in Los Angeles and is ready to hit the OTT screens. If you have not seen it yet, now is your chance.
‘Crime 101’ OTT release: When and where to watch
‘Crime 101’ will premiere on Prime Video on April 1, 2026. The film has a runtime of 139 minutes and carries an R rating. It was first released in theatres on February 13 before making its way to the streaming platform. ‘Crime 101’ marks director Bart Layton’s second feature film after ‘American Animals’.
What is ‘Crime 101’ about
Set against the sun-bleached grit of Los Angeles, ‘Crime 101’ weaves the tale of an elusive jewel thief whose string of heists along the 101 freeway has mystified the police. Hemsworth’s character is not just any thief; he is disciplined and tries to stay away from violence, leaving minimal evidence while executing diamond heists. When he eyes the score of a lifetime, his path crosses that of a disillusioned insurance broker, played by Berry, who is facing her own crossroads. Meanwhile, Mark Ruffalo portrays a relentless detective convinced he has found a pattern and is closing in fast. As the heist approaches, the line between hunter and hunted begins to blur, and all three are faced with life-defining choices and the realisation that there can be no turning back.The cast also features Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, Corey Hawkins, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Nick Nolte in key roles.
What the cast is saying
Taking to X, Hemsworth expressed his excitement about the OTT release. He shared, “Excited to announce ‘Crime 101’ launching on Amazon Prime April 1st! Grateful for all the incredible support and feedback that’s come in so far. It means the world to see it resonate with you all. Huge thanks to everyone who’s watched, shared, and shown love so far. I couldn’t do it without you.”If you are a fan of slick heist thrillers and high-stakes cat-and-mouse drama, ‘Crime 101’ is one to add to your watchlist right now.
