Overview
- Crime 101, which began streaming on Prime Video on April 1, 2026, has surged up the service’s rankings in many countries according to FlixPatrol.
- The film underperformed in theaters against a reported $90 million budget, taking in roughly $68–$72 million despite strong word of mouth.
- Reviews remain strong at about 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, with praise for Halle Berry and Mark Ruffalo and for the movie’s classic, slow-burn heist style.
- Directed by Bart Layton and based on Don Winslow’s novella, the story follows a meticulous jewel thief, a disillusioned insurance broker, and a determined detective whose paths cross in Los Angeles.
- The move from a February 13 theatrical release to quick streaming access points to a broader pattern in which character-driven crime dramas find larger audiences at home.