Almost seven years after the release of Den of Thieves in 2018, Gerard Butler and O’Shea Jackson Jr. return for another heist in Den of Thieves 2: Pantera.
The sequel was announced soon after the first movie came out, but it has taken longer than fans expected due to events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.
However, fans can now look forward to seeing ‘Big Nick’ and Donnie Wilson back in action for a new chapter in this exciting crime saga.
Heist films have become rare in recent years, with the original Den of Thieves being one of the few notable releases.
The first movie drew comparisons to Heat and had a pulpier story that gained a following over time, despite its mixed reception in 2018. Now, fans are curious to see how the sequel will be received. While we wait, here’s everything we know about Den of Thieves 2: Pantera.
Does ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ Have a Release Date?
Yes, Den of Thieves 2: Pantera is set to be released on January 10, 2025. This will be nearly seven years after the first film, which premiered on January 19, 2018.
The sequel will be distributed by Lionsgate, unlike the original, which was distributed by STX Entertainment.
Will ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ Be in Theaters or on Streaming?
Den of Thieves 2 will first be released in theaters, and later it will be available on PVOD (premium video on demand) and streaming.
Given Lionsgate’s usual schedule, it’s likely the film will be available on digital platforms by Spring 2025. Most of Lionsgate’s movies land on Starz about 5 to 6 months after their theatrical release, so we can expect Den of Thieves 2 to eventually stream there.
Is There a Trailer for ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’?
Yes, the first trailer for Den of Thieves 2: Pantera was released on September 19. The trailer shows Gerard Butler’s ‘Big Nick’ chasing O’Shea Jackson Jr.’s Donnie, continuing from the twist at the end of the first film.
The trailer hints at an action-packed heist but seems to have a different tone compared to the gritty feel of the original movie.
What Will ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ Be About?
The plot of Den of Thieves 2: Pantera is as follows:
“In DEN OF THIEVES: PANTERA, Big Nick (Butler) is hunting Donnie (Jackson), who has gotten involved with a dangerous group of diamond thieves known as the Panther mafia. They are planning a major heist at the world’s largest diamond exchange.”
This time, the movie moves from Los Angeles to Europe for a diamond heist, expanding the world of these characters and continuing the story from the first film.
The sequel seems to mix action with a hint of a buddy-cop dynamic between Butler and Jackson, similar to movies like Lethal Weapon and Heat.
The film will rely more on the chemistry between the two leads rather than keeping them apart as they were for most of the first film.
Who Is Starring in ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’?
Gerard Butler and O’Shea Jackson Jr. will return, along with co-star Michael Bisping. The sequel will also introduce a mostly new supporting cast, including Jordan Bridges (Rizzoli & Isles), Swen Temmel (The Covenant), Evin Ahmad (Snabba Cash), Salvatore Esposito (Fargo), Yasen Zates Atour (The Witcher), Orli Shuka (Gangs of London), and Velibor Topic (Kingsman: The Secret Service).
It will be interesting to see how these new characters add to the story and whether the ensemble cast can match the dynamic seen in the first movie.
Who Is Making ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’?
Christian Gudegast, the director of the first Den of Thieves, returns to direct and write the sequel. Gerard Butler will also produce the film, as he did with the original.
Gudegast has worked on several of Butler’s action movies, including Plane (2023) and London Has Fallen (2016), the second installment in the Has Fallen series.
When and Where Did ‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ Film?
Filming for Den of Thieves 2 started in April 2023 and wrapped up in July. The movie was filmed in the United Kingdom and the Canary Islands, particularly in Santa Cruz.
Although the film is set in Europe, the production team used various non-European locations and transformed them to look like European settings.
The trailer showcases beautiful locations that provide the perfect backdrop for the film’s exciting heist.
