NewsBytes recommends: 'Caught Stealing'--Butler's performance elevates this gritty crime thriller

Entertainment Oct 10, 2025

Austin Butler takes the lead in Caught Stealing, which is reviewed as of October 10, 2025.
The film follows Hank, a former baseball star turned bartender in late-'90s New York, whose life flips upside down after a simple pet-sitting job pulls him into the world of crime.
Director Darren Aronofsky brings a gritty vibe, and Regina King adds depth as Detective Elise Roman.

The story can feel a bit chaotic at times

Butler's performance is raw and intense, really capturing Hank's downward spiral.
The movie's dark visuals and pulsing soundtrack set the mood, but the story can feel a bit chaotic and emotionally distant at times.
Still, if you're into edgy crime thrillers, this one's worth a watch for the atmosphere and Butler's standout acting.