In the trailer for his upcoming bank robbery comedy, The Out-laws, Pierce Brosnan slyly nods to his iconic role as James Bond. The seasoned British actor first rose to fame with the detective comedy Remington Steele in the 1980s, before becoming a global sensation as the replacement for Timothy Dalton in the James Bond franchise. Brosnan's success in the spy-action film series spanned four films, culminating in Die Another Day, which also starred Halle Berry, Toby Stephens, and Rosamund Pike. In The Out-laws, Adam Devine of Workaholics and Pitch Perfect fame plays affable bank manager Owen Browning, while Brosnan and Ellen Barkin portray his future in-laws, Billy and Lily McDermott - a couple with a notorious reputation as international bank robbers.
After an uncomfortable introduction and a few too many drinks, Owen accidentally divulges the combination to a vault filled with millions of dollars to a criminal couple. Packed with humor, excitement, and a clever nod to James Bond during Pierce Brosnan's stint, The Out-Laws trailer promises a wildly entertaining ride.
What to Expect from The Out-Laws
The initial impression of The Out-Laws trailer may lead you to believe that it's just another romantic comedy with a predictable storyline. However, Evan Turner and Ben Zazove's cleverly written script takes an unexpected turn by introducing bank robberies and international criminal conspiracies to the mix. This unique twist adds an exciting element to the film, making it stand out from other movies in the same genre.
The Out-Laws, directed by Tyler Spindel, features a star-studded cast including Nina Dobrev as Parker McDermott, Michael Rooker as Agent Oldham, and Julie Hagerty and Richard Kind as Margie and Neil Browning, Owen's parents. Blake Anderson from Workaholics also makes an appearance as Cousin RJ, while Lil Rel Howery portrays Owen's security colleague Tyree. Despite the trailer revealing much of the plot, the film promises to deliver unexpected twists and turns as Owen transitions from bank manager to bank thief. Parker's role in the story remains ambiguous, leaving audiences wondering about her knowledge of her parents' criminal past and her motives for choosing Owen as a romantic partner. All will be revealed when The Out-Laws debuts on Netflix on July 7.
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