Logan Lucky
The brief
Soderbergh comes out of "retirement" with a breezy heist comedy that feels like Ocean's Eleven relocated to West Virginia, complete with Daniel Craig doing his best redneck accent and absolutely nailing it. The Logan brothers' NASCAR speedway robbery unfolds with that signature Soderbergh rhythm where every moving piece clicks into place while maintaining a laid-back, almost sleepy charm. Channing Tatum and Adam Driver have genuine brotherly chemistry, and the whole thing moves at the perfect pace for a Sunday afternoon watch. If you liked the Ocean's movies but wanted something with more NASCAR and fewer tuxedos, this scratches that exact itch.
The verdict
If you enjoy clever heist comedies with a relaxed pace and appreciate Soderbergh's signature style of interlocking storylines, this is a thoroughly entertaining crowd-pleaser that nails the Ocean's formula in a refreshingly down-home setting. If you prefer faster-paced action or aren't drawn to blue-collar comedy with heavy Southern accents, the leisurely two-hour runtime might test your patience.
Watch with
- 👥 Perfect for friends who love clever capers
- 👨👩👧👦 Great family night (teens and up)
- ⚠️ Skip if you need constant action
Heads up
- Mild language and drinking throughout (moderate)
- Brief injury during heist sequence (brief)
Credits
- Director
- Steven Soderbergh
- Cast
- Channing Tatum, Adam Driver, Daniel Craig, Riley Keough, Katie Holmes, Katherine Waterston, Seth MacFarlane
Official synopsis
Trying to reverse a family curse, brothers Jimmy and Clyde Logan set out to execute an elaborate robbery during
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with The Sisters Brothers (2018)
Both feature oddball criminal siblings executing elaborate schemes with dark comedy.
Total runtime: 1h 59m + 2h 01m = 4h 0m
