The Pickup (2025) Release Date, Official Trailer & Latest Rumors

Release Date:

August 6, 2025

Trailer

Directed by: Tim Story

Distributed by: Amazon MGM Studios.

Main Cast

• Eddie Murphy as Russell

A hardened, no-nonsense armored-truck driver whose calm routine is upended when his rig is ambushed.

Murphy’s Russell anchors the film with world-weary gravitas, delivering deadpan reactions to escalating chaos and protecting his crew at all costs   .

• Pete Davidson as Travis

Russell’s polar opposite: an eccentric, unpredictable young driver whose off-the-cuff humor masks genuine loyalty.

Davidson’s Travis injects the film with frantic energy—his one-night-stand connection to the gang leader only deepens the absurdity of their ambush  .

• Keke Palmer as Zoe

The mastermind behind the heist and Travis’s former fling, Zoe is as cunning as she is charming.

Palmer plays her with cool intelligence—always two steps ahead, turning a routine cash pickup into a multi-million-dollar caper .

• Eva Longoria as Natalie

Russell’s wife, caught in the crossfire when the heist spirals.

Longoria’s Natalie grounds the comedy-action duo in real emotional stakes, giving Russell extra motivation to outwit Zoe’s crew.

• Andrew Dice Clay as Victor

Zoe’s tough-as-nails second-in-command and henchman, Victor is the grizzled enforcer whose fierce loyalty and ruthless tactics help keep the high-stakes heist from spiraling completely out of control.

• Marshawn Lynch as Big Beast

Former NFL star turned actor, Marshawn Lynch brings his legendary toughness to the screen as Big Beast, Zoe’s loyal muscle-for-hire. 

• Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i as Tank

Pro wrestling icon Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i brings his powerhouse presence to the role of Tank, Zoe’s unflinching enforcer whose hulking frame and stern glare keep the crew in line—and any would-be betrayers firmly in their place.

Other Cast

• Jack Kesy as Slick (career criminal in the heist crew)  

• Ismael Cruz Córdova as Raul (inside man at the casino)  

• Jef Holbrook as Mike (armored-truck crew member)  

• Vinnie Varone as Spider (Zoe’s tech specialist)

• Charles Green as Ortiz (casino security guard)

• Christopher Cocke as Ramirez (local informant)  

• Josh Turner as Lopez (heist getaway driver)  

• Leydi Morales as Rosa (inside-deal liaison)  

• Chelsea Rivera as Gina (Zoe’s confidante)  

• Marvon Hardy as Dex (muscle in the heist crew)  

• Gabriel Drum as Vito (undercover detective)  

• Keith Paul Carpenter as Finch (armored-car dispatcher)  

• Toby Kibue as Lucky (junior crew member)  

The Pickup (2025) Overview

The Pickup (2025) is a high-octane action-comedy that pairs Eddie Murphy’s world-weary armored-truck driver with Pete Davidson’s unpredictable rookie behind the wheel—and then flips their late-night cash run into a multi-million-dollar heist gone sideways.

Directed by Tim Story and streaming exclusively on Prime Video, it promises laugh-out-loud mayhem and edge-of-your-seat thrills.

What’s Coming in The Pickup

This movie blends laugh-a-minute banter with pulse-pounding set pieces.

Eddie Murphy anchors the chaos as Russell, the stoic pro whose carefully timed routine is shattered when Zoe’s crew—led by Keke Palmer’s brilliant mastermind—ambushes his truck.

Pete Davidson’s Travis brings anarchic energy, turning every twist into a comic adventure.

Expect tight buddy-dynamics, inventive stunt work, and a rapid-fire back-and-forth that keeps audiences cheering.

Plot & Stakes

When Russell and Travis answer a routine dispatch, they unwittingly become targets for Zoe’s spectacular heist.

As the cash winds up in unexpected hands, loyalties shift and the duo must outsmart Zoe’s crew—featuring Marshawn Lynch as muscle-for-hire Big Beast and Roman Reigns as the ruthless enforcer Tank—to reclaim the money and save their families.

The final mission: turn the tables before Zoe vanishes with the payoff.

Release Date

The Pickup streams exclusively on Amazon Prime Video on August 6, 2025, with a special early premiere for Prime members at midnight PT.

Rumors You Should Know

1. Secret Cameo

Insider whispers hint at a surprise appearance by John Cena as a rival driver.

2. Alternate Ending

Early test screenings reportedly featured a darker finale—an extended cut may drop later this year.

3. Spin-Off in the Works

Executives are “very interested” in a Travis & Russell spin-off series, exploring their partnership post-heist.

4. Real-Life Training

Pete Davidson allegedly underwent real armored-truck training to nail his stunts—expect impressively authentic driving sequences.

Conclusion

The Pickup (2025) delivers exactly what it promises—an energetic, laugh-filled thrill ride powered by Eddie Murphy’s seasoned charm and Pete Davidson’s chaotic charisma.

With sharp direction from Tim Story, a heist plot that balances action and comedy, and a standout supporting cast that includes Keke Palmer, Marshawn Lynch, and Roman Reigns, this film is built for pure entertainment.

Whether you’re here for explosive chase scenes or sharp comedic exchanges, The Pickup blends both worlds seamlessly.

It’s not just a heist—it’s a fast-paced, feel-good ride with heart, humor, and high stakes.

A must-watch for action-comedy fans this summer.