The highly anticipated trailer for the Apple TV+ series “Dope Thief” has been released, featuring Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura as they navigate the chaotic aftermath of robbing an unfortunate home.
Adapted from Dennis Tafoya’s novel, “Dope Thief” tells the gripping story of two lifelong friends, portrayed by Henry and Moura, whose lives are forever changed when their heist uncovers a dangerous drug smuggling operation. The series boasts a strong supporting cast, including Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison, Dustin Nguyen, and Ving Rhames, with Ridley Scott taking the helm as director for the inaugural episode.
Mark your calendars: “Dope Thief” will debut globally on Apple TV+ with its first two episodes on Friday, March 14, followed by weekly episode releases.
Check out the trailer below:
In other news from this week’s TV News Roundup:
FIRST LOOKS/TRAILERS
In an exciting new preview, David Blaine showcases his extraordinary feats in the trailer for the National Geographic series “David Blaine Do Not Attempt.”
This six-episode season takes viewers on a global journey through locales including Brazil, Asia, India, South Africa, and Japan, where Blaine not only tests the limits of endurance but also shares a more personal perspective by delving into the cultures and histories of these regions.
Produced by Imagine Documentaries for National Geographic, the series will premiere on March 23, with episodes available for streaming the following day on Disney+ and Hulu.
Watch the trailer below:
PROGRAMMING
The In The Black Network is broadening its entertainment content with the addition of a dedicated Latino division, enhancing the platform’s traditional focus on Black narratives.
Producer Liana Mendoza will take charge of curating content for the new Latino initiative, kicking off with the acquisition of “The Low End Theory.” This indie crime thriller, which screened at the New York Latino and Guadalajara Film Festivals, follows a music producer navigating the underground hip-hop scene in Los Angeles.
CEO and founder of In The Black Network, James DuBose, expressed, “’The Low End Theory’ is the perfect project to launch our Latino Division, aimed at serving Latinx audiences globally with original, inclusive storytelling. This crucial step supports our mission to deliver diverse cultural narratives that entertain and educate.”
To celebrate its new streaming platform, ITBN will host a red carpet premiere on Thursday, February 27, at the Fine Arts Cinema in Beverly Hills.
AWARDS
The Gotham Television Awards are back for their second year and are now open for submissions.
Interested parties have until March 24 to submit their works in twelve categories, including breakthrough drama series, breakthrough limited series, and outstanding lead performances in various genres.
Jeffrey Sharp, executive director of the Gotham Film & Media Institute, shared, “We’re excited to build on last year’s success with the 2nd Annual Gotham Television Awards. The response we received was tremendous, and we can’t wait to celebrate more innovative television series and performances in 2025.”
Nominations will be unveiled on April 29, with the awards ceremony scheduled for June 2 in New York City. Last year’s winners included Andrew Scott for “Ripley” and the series “Baby Reindeer.”
