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Bradley Cooper to Direct 'Ocean's 11' Prequel, May Star with Margot Robbie

Bradley Cooper is reportedly the top choice to write and direct Warner Bros.' 'Ocean's 11' prequel, and he may also star alongside Margot Robbie. The film, with a screenplay by Carrie Solomon, will be set in 1960s Europe, preceding the events of the 2001 heist movie. This project follows the exit of previous director Lee Isaac Chung and would be Cooper's fourth directorial feature. Separately, George Clooney is developing another 'Ocean's' film with many original stars returning.

Key Points: Bradley Cooper to Direct, Possibly Star in 'Ocean's 11' Prequel

  • Cooper may write, direct, and star
  • Film is a prequel set in 1960s Europe
  • Carrie Solomon penned the screenplay
  • George Clooney has a separate sequel in development
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Bradley Cooper likely to write, direct 'Ocean's 11' prequel, featuring Margot Robbie

Bradley Cooper is in talks to write, direct, and possibly star opposite Margot Robbie in a new 'Ocean's 11' prequel film set in 1960s Europe.

Bradley Cooper likely to write, direct 'Ocean's 11' prequel, featuring Margot Robbie
"There was something about the idea that we're too old to do what we used to do, but we're still smart enough to know how to get away with something - George Clooney"

Los Angeles, March 13

Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper is likely to write and direct the much-awaited Warner Bros film 'Ocean's 11' prequel.

According to a Variety report, Cooper, who has lately been in talks to star opposite Margot Robbie in the upcoming prequel, remains among the top choices to helm the film.

The update arrives on the heels of filmmaker Lee Isaac Chung's recent exit from the project after Jay Roach, who was previously also a part of the project.

If confirmed, the 'Ocean's 11' prequel would mark Bradley Cooper's fourth feature as a director, following 'A Star Is Born', 'Maestro', and 2025's 'Is This Thing On?'

The prequel is expected to take place before the events of the 2001 casino heist comedy 'Ocean's Eleven', which featured George Clooney, Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, and Julia Roberts.

The film's screenplay has been penned by Carrie Solomon, which is said to be set in 1960s Europe.

Notably, the original 'Ocean's 11' premiered in 1960. The film featured Rat Pack (music band) members like Frank Sinatra, Joey Bishop, Sammy Davis Jr, Peter Lawford, and Dean Martin.

The Steven Soderbergh-directed 'Oceans' spawned two sequels, including 'Ocean's Twelve' and 'Ocean's Thirteen', followed by 'Ocean's Eight' reboot with Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, and Anne Hathaway.

Meanwhile, Clooney also has a new 'Ocean's' film in the works, with OG stars Julia Roberts, Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, and Don Cheadle returning, as per Variety.

"There was something about the idea that we're too old to do what we used to do, but we're still smart enough to know how to get away with something, that just appeals to me. They've lost a step, and they need to find a way to work around their limitations," Clooney told Variety last year.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Interesting, but Hollywood keeps revisiting old franchises. Wish they'd invest in fresh stories from around the world. India has so many amazing heist concepts that could be global hits!
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Aditya G
A prequel set in 1960s Europe sounds very stylish. The original Ocean's 11 had that cool, suave vibe. Hope Cooper captures that essence. The casting so far is top-notch.
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Sarah B
So we're getting a Cooper/Robbie prequel AND a Clooney/Pitt/Damon sequel? That's a lot of Ocean's! Hope they don't oversaturate it. The magic was in the original trio's chemistry.
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Vikram M
Honestly, I'm more excited about the original cast returning for George Clooney's film. That quote about being older but smarter is so relatable! Sometimes experience beats youth. 😄
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Kavya N
Margot Robbie in a 1960s European setting? She'll absolutely slay the fashion. The Ocean's films are as much about style as the heist. Weekend plans sorted when this releases!

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