The movie "Deep Cover" (2025) is a British action comedy film starring Bryce Dallas Howard as Kat, an improv comedy teacher who is recruited by the police to go undercover. Along with two of her improv students, played by Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed, she infiltrates the London criminal underworld, impersonating dangerous criminals to help bust petty criminals and gang operations. The film is directed by Tom Kingsley and features supporting roles by Sean Bean, Paddy Considine, Ian McShane, and others. The story follows their unexpected and often comical involvement in an escalating London gang war, blending humor with action. "Deep Cover" was released worldwide on Amazon Prime Video on June 12, 2025, and has received generally favorable reviews, noted for its unique premise, engaging performances, and enjoyable blend of action and comedy. Key points about the film:
- Genre: Action comedy
- Main cast: Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed
- Plot: Improv actors recruited by police for undercover sting work in London's crime scene
- Release: June 12, 2025, on Amazon Prime Video
- Reception: Positive reviews and characterized as a fun and clever film
This movie offers a fresh take on the undercover genre with a comedic twist through the lens of improv actors navigating the criminal underworld.