Hollywood's favorite thieves are back, but this time, they're grappling with something even trickier than a casino vault: aging. George Clooney, the suave face of the Ocean's franchise, recently dropped some juicy details about the long-awaited Ocean's Fourteen. In a candid interview with The New York Times, Clooney revealed that Danny Ocean and his crew are feeling the weight of their years. But can they still pull off the perfect heist, or are they finally “too old for this sh*t”? Let's break it down.
The Aging Thieves:
Clooney, now 63, and Brad Pitt, 61, are set to reprise their iconic roles as Danny Ocean and Rusty Ryan. But this time, the stakes are personal. Clooney likened the film's tone to Going in Style, the 1979 heist comedy about senior citizens robbing a bank to reclaim their zest for life. It's a fitting comparison. After all, how many times can you outsmart the world's most secure casinos before your knees start to creak?
The script, which Clooney has praised as “really good,” promises to explore the crew's struggle with aging while still delivering the wit, charm, and high-stakes action fans expect. But let's be real: watching Clooney and Pitt navigate midlife crises while planning a heist might just be the most relatable thing Hollywood has given us in years.
A New Director in the Mix?
While the film's plot remains under wraps, rumors are swirling about who will direct Ocean's Fourteen. Edward Berger, the Oscar-winning director behind All Quiet on the Western Front, is reportedly in the running. But with Berger's plate overflowing with projects like James Bond and Jason Bourne, another name has emerged: David Leitch, the action maestro behind John Wick. Whoever takes the helm will have big shoes to fill, following in the footsteps of Steven Soderbergh, who directed the original trilogy.
A Prequel on the Horizon:
While we wait for Ocean's Fourteen, the franchise is also heading back in time with Oceans, a prequel set in 1960s Europe. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling will star as Mr. and Mrs. Ocean, the parents of Danny Ocean and Sandra Bullock's Ocean's 8 character, Debora. The prequel promises to explore how the Ocean family's knack for heists began, adding a new layer to the franchise's rich history.
The Leading Man Debate:
In his interview, Clooney also reflected on the concept of the “leading man” in Hollywood. He acknowledged that while few true leading men remain, stars like Glen Powell (Top Gun: Maverick) are stepping up to the plate. Clooney's humility is refreshing, but let's be honest: he and Pitt have defined the genre for decades. Their chemistry is the secret sauce that makes the Ocean's films so irresistible.
Final Thoughts:
Ocean's Fourteen has the potential to be more than just another heist movie. By tackling themes of aging and legacy, it could offer a poignant commentary on what it means to grow older in a world that values youth. Clooney and Pitt's return is a gift to fans, but the real question is: can they still pull off the magic that made the original trilogy so iconic? Only time will tell.
Do you think Ocean's Fourteen can live up to the legacy of the original trilogy, or is it time for Danny Ocean to retire? Let us know in the comments!
