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Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson and Rhenzy Feliz Join the Crew in “How to Rob a Bank”

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What Readers Should Know

How to Rob a Bank features Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson and Rhenzy Feliz as members of a robbery crew. Its Philippine cinema opening is November 11, 2026.

Key Takeaways

  • David Leitch directs the film.
  • The robbers broadcast their crimes online.
  • Anna Sawai plays strategist Emi.
  • Pete Davidson and Rhenzy Feliz play Vince and Hugo.
  • The local release is scheduled for November 11.

The David Leitch film follows robbers whose online audience becomes part of their growing exposure.

A bank-robbing crew turns its crimes into online content in , opening in Philippine cinemas on November 11, 2026, according to ’ local announcement.

Directed by David Leitch, the film brings Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson and Rhenzy Feliz together with Nicholas Hoult in a story where managing public perception becomes part of the operation.

The premise follows socially savvy robbers who broadcast their heists, attracting attention from a veteran FBI agent and a software engineer. Sony’s official synopsis places their growing viral fame at the center of the pursuit.

Sawai plays Emi, the crew’s organized and measured strategist. Her role gives the group a grounding presence as its members make increasingly emotional decisions.

Davidson portrays Vince, a military veteran and family man whose frustrations help explain his involvement. Leitch describes the performance as an opportunity for Davidson to explore a more dramatic character.

Feliz plays Hugo, who controls the crew’s editing and presentation. His work shapes what the gang’s online followers see—and how they understand its motives.

Nicholas Hoult plays Ryan, while John C. Reilly appears as FBI agent John West and Zoë Kravitz plays software engineer Reagan Gardner.

The ensemble gives the film several competing perspectives: planning, loyalty, personal grievance and the pressure to control a public narrative.

As the crew prepares its most ambitious robbery, its online identity becomes another source of risk. The story connects a familiar heist setup with the complications of performing for an audience.

Watch the official trailer and check local cinema listings for screenings.

Reader Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who directs the film?

David Leitch.

When does it open in the Philippines?

November 11, 2026, according to the local announcement.

Who plays Emi?

Anna Sawai.

What is Hugo’s role?

He handles the crew’s editing and public presentation.

Who plays the investigators?

John C. Reilly plays John West, with Zoë Kravitz as software engineer Reagan Gardner.

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