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7 clusters · 40 sources · 42 days · First seen about 2 months ago · Last updated 4 days ago

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Ocean's Eleven prequel casting updates

Entities: Monaco Grand Prix 1962 · Wagner Moura · Ocean's Eleven franchise · Margot Robbie · Louis Leterrier

Overview

Warner Bros. continues development of its untitled Ocean’s 11 prequel, set at the 1963 Monaco Grand Prix (some reports cite 1962). Bradley Cooper writes, directs, co‑produces and stars; Margot Robbie co‑produces via LuckyChap and co‑stars. The ensemble now includes Vicky Krieps, George MacKay, Lauren Ridloff and Jack Holden, with Omar Sy still under negotiation. Wagner Moura has been confirmed as the primary antagonist, and Monica Barbaro and Josh Gad have joined the cast. Earlier commitments from Seth Rogen and others remain unchanged. Principal photography begins in late July, shooting first in Paris before moving to southern France and Monaco. The film retains its planned worldwide release on 25 June 2027 and carries an estimated budget of $100 million.

In July 2026, Moura announced his casting in interviews, saying he is “very excited” to portray the villain. He will join the production after completing his European stage tour of “Julgamento – Depois do Inimigo do Povo,” which ends on 11 August. Moura noted the role follows the success of his film “O Agente Secreto.” Production will wait for his availability before filming his scenes.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 12 SOURCES] Wagner Moura will appear in the upcoming Ocean's Eleven franchise prequel film. (multiple)
[● 12 SOURCES] Moura will join the film after finishing his European theater tour on 11 August. (multiple)
[● 11 SOURCES] Bradley Cooper is directing (and also writing/producing) the Ocean's Eleven prequel. (multiple)
[● 10 SOURCES] Margot Robbie is part of the cast of the Ocean's Eleven prequel. (multiple)
[● 10 SOURCES] The film's story is set during the Monaco Grand Prix in 1962 (or 1963). (multiple)
[● 9 SOURCES] Wagner Moura will portray the main antagonist/villain in the film. (multiple)
[● 9 SOURCES] Moura attributes the opportunity to his success with the film O Agente Secreto. (All articles quoting Moura on this point)
[● 4 SOURCES] The film is scheduled for theatrical release in June 2027. (multiple)
[● 3 SOURCES] Filming locations include Paris and the south of France. (multiple)

Timeline

4 days ago

[CULTURE] 12 sources
Wagner Moura to Play Villain in Ocean's Eleven Prequel
Wagner Moura will play the villain in the Ocean's Eleven prequel, joining Margot Robbie and director Bradley Cooper; filming starts after his Aug 11 tour, set during the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, releasing June 2
27 days ago

[CULTURE] 9 sources
Bradley Cooper and Margot Robbie Expand Cast for Ocean's Eleven Prequel
Bradley Cooper and Margot Robbie helm an Ocean's Eleven prequel set at the 1963 Monaco Grand Prix, adding Vicky Krieps, George MacKay, Lauren Ridloff, Jack Holden and possibly Omar Sy; filming starts in Paris,
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Ocean's Eleven Prequel Cast Adds Monica Barbaro and Josh Gad
The Ocean's Eleven prequel, set at the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, adds Wagner Moura, Monica Barbaro and Josh Gad to a cast produced by Bradley Cooper.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Josh Gad joins Ocean’s 11 prequel starring Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper
Josh Gad joins the Ocean’s 11 prequel directed by Bradley Cooper, starring Margot Robbie, set for a June 25 2027 release.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Bradley Cooper's Ocean's prequel adds Seth Rogen, Monica Barbaro
Bradley Cooper’s Ocean's prequel, set at the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, adds Seth Rogen as Reuben Tishkoff and sees Monica Barbaro in talks to join the cast; slated for June 2027 release.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Wagner Moura Cast in Ocean's Eleven Prequel Directed by Bradley Cooper
Wagner Moura joins the Ocean’s Eleven prequel directed by Bradley Cooper, starring Margot Robbie, set at the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, filming starts July and releases June 2027.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Wagner Moura in talks to play villain in Ocean's Eleven prequel
Wagner Moura is negotiating to portray the villain in Warner Bros.' Ocean's Eleven prequel, starring Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper, set during the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix and due in June 2027.

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