Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo — two of the most familiar faces from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) — are making headlines again, this time outside the superhero franchise. The actors are starring opposite each other in a new action thriller titled Crime 101, marking their fifth collaboration together since their time in the MCU. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans who have followed both performers through their Marvel journeys.
In Crime 101, Hemsworth takes on the role of Mike Davis, a master thief whose life changes dramatically during a major heist along California’s famed 101 Freeway. Meanwhile, Ruffalo portrays Lou Lubesnick, a determined detective hot on Davis’s trail. The dynamic between the two leads is expected to be a central draw of the film, especially given their chemistry in past projects.
The film also stars Halle Berry as Sharon, an insurance broker with unexpected ties to Davis’s scheme. Berry’s character adds emotional and narrative complexity, bridging the worlds of crime and law enforcement.
The movie adapts Bart Layton’s screenplay from Don Winslow’s novel of the same name, bringing a layered, character-driven story to life.
For fans of the MCU, this news is significant because both Hemsworth and Ruffalo helped define key eras of the franchise — Hemsworth as Thor, the God of Thunder, and Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/The Hulk.
While neither star is reprising their Marvel roles in this project, their continued success in Hollywood highlights how MCU fame can lead to diverse, high-profile opportunities.
Crime 101 is set to debut in theaters worldwide on February 12, 2026, giving audiences an early look at these stars in a different genre. With action, crime, and dramatic tension on the menu, the film could appeal to both fans of blockbuster superheroes and mature thrillers alike.
