Red Notice (2021) is a fast-paced, globe-trotting action-comedy that blends stylish heists with big personalities, witty banter, and plenty of explosive twists. Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, the film stars three powerhouse leads—Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot—each bringing their own charisma to a sleek, modern-day game of cat and mouse.
The story kicks off with the theft of a priceless artifact: one of the three legendary golden eggs once owned by Cleopatra. FBI profiler John Hartley (Dwayne Johnson) finds himself reluctantly teaming up with Nolan Booth (Ryan Reynolds), a wisecracking master art thief, to stop the world’s most elusive and dangerous criminal: The Bishop (Gal Gadot), a mysterious figure whose moves are always three steps ahead.
As the chase intensifies, the trio crisscrosses the globe—from Rome to Bali to a secret Nazi bunker hidden deep in the jungle—caught in a whirlwind of double-crosses, betrayal, and surprise allegiances. No one is who they seem, and every alliance is temporary.
What makes Red Notice shine is the chemistry between the leads. Dwayne Johnson plays the straight man with his trademark stoic strength, Reynolds delivers non-stop sarcasm and humor, and Gadot commands the screen with elegance and danger. Their dynamic keeps the energy high, even as the plot twists keep the audience guessing.
Visually, the film is glossy and cinematic, filled with exotic locales, grand set pieces, and stylish action sequences. Whether it's a chase through a museum, a prison break in the mountains, or a deadly tango at an elite masquerade, Red Notice commits fully to its blockbuster spectacle.
While it doesn’t reinvent the genre, Red Notice knows exactly what it is: a smart, fast, and fun ride filled with action, attitude, and clever surprises. It plays like a mashup of Indiana Jones, Ocean’s Eleven, and Fast & Furious—with a wink.
Trust no one.
Steal everything.
And when the red notice is issued…
The game is on.