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Bradley Cooper in Talks to Write, Direct and Star in Warner Bros.’ Ocean’s Prequel

Producers aim to keep the 1960s Europe–set caper on a 2026 start, with Margot Robbie still aboard through LuckyChap.

Overview

  • Trade reports say Cooper is being courted to take over creative leadership of the Ocean’s prequel, expanding beyond his previously discussed acting role.
  • No deals are signed and Warner Bros. has not commented, with outlets attributing the initial scoop to Puck and further reporting from Deadline and others.
  • Margot Robbie remains attached to star and produce via LuckyChap, continuing a push to grow the Ocean’s franchise at the studio.
  • Lee Isaac Chung exited last week in what the studio called an amicable split over creative differences, following earlier changes that included Jay Roach’s departure.
  • A Carrie Solomon draft sets the story in 1960s Europe, and reports suggest producers are targeting production later this year, with some outlets citing a possible Monaco shoot contingent on finalized agreements.