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Robert Pattinson and Denzel Washington are joining forces for an exciting new heist thriller, The Take, which has unveiled its first-look images ahead of its highly anticipated release. The upcoming Netflix original also stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and promises a suspense-filled story packed with deception, unexpected twists, and double crosses.
Previously titled Here Comes the Flood, the film has kept much of its storyline under wraps. However, its official logline offers a glimpse into the dangerous world at the center of the story: “A bank guard, a teller, and a master thief get caught in a deadly game of cons and double crosses.”
Pattinson stars as Noah, a former Army captain struggling to adjust to civilian life. His circumstances take an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Christian Carter, played by Washington, a charismatic master thief who recruits him for an ambitious robbery targeting Manhattan’s richest bank. Adding another layer to the operation is Noah’s girlfriend, Rose, portrayed by Edgar-Jones, who works as a teller at the very same bank.
Although the film’s first-look images offer a glimpse of its leading cast and their characters, the filmmakers and actors are keeping the finer details of the story a closely guarded secret.
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, Edgar-Jones emphasized that preserving the mystery is an important part of the film’s appeal.
“I don’t want to set it up too much, as the fun of this film is the mystery and its turns,” the actress explained.
The Take is directed by Fernando Meirelles, the acclaimed filmmaker behind City of God. Discussing what initially attracted him to the project, Meirelles highlighted the screenplay’s unconventional structure and its ability to keep audiences guessing.
“The structure of the script really caught my attention. You start watching the film without quite knowing where it’s going to take you. You have to come along for the ride without too many expectations. The story keeps surprising you right up to the very end,” the director revealed.
Pattinson also expressed his enthusiasm for the project, describing the screenplay as particularly compelling. Reflecting on the opportunity to work alongside Washington and Edgar-Jones, the actor said, “It’s a really interesting and exciting script.”
He further described joining the cast as “one of those dream-team situations that was pretty easy to say yes to.”
Beyond its three leading stars, the heist thriller features an impressive ensemble cast, including Danai Gurira, Moisés Arias, Justin Kirk, and Sean Harris.
With an intriguing premise, a talented cast, and a director known for his distinctive storytelling, The Take is shaping up to be an exciting addition to Netflix’s upcoming film lineup. Audiences can expect a suspenseful ride when the movie arrives in select theaters and on Netflix on January 15, 2027.
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