Tower Heist 2011
"It's not just a robbery. It's payback."
In Brett Ratner's 2011 heist comedy *Tower Heist*, a ragtag team of underdogs led by a beleaguered condo manager (Ben Stiller) hatches an audacious plan to reclaim their stolen fortunes from a billionaire Wall Street con artist.
Director: Brett Ratner
Cast
Ben Stiller
Josh Kovacs
Eddie Murphy
Slide
Casey Affleck
Charlie Gibbs
Alan Alda
Arthur Shaw
Matthew Broderick
Mr. Fitzhugh
Stephen McKinley Henderson
Lester
Judd Hirsch
Mr. Simon
Téa Leoni
Special Agent Claire Denham
Michael Peña
Enrique Dev’Reaux
Gabourey Sidibe
Odessa Montero
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tower Heist (2011) about?
A luxury condo manager recruits his staff and a charming petty thief to pull off an elaborate heist against a corrupt billionaire who swindled their pensions. With time running out, the motley crew devises a daring plan to steal back their stolen wealth before their target escapes justice.
Who directed Tower Heist?
Brett Ratner, known for his work on action-comedy films like *Rush Hour*, directed *Tower Heist*.
Who stars in Tower Heist?
The film features an ensemble cast led by Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Casey Affleck, Alan Alda, and Matthew Broderick.
Is Tower Heist (2011) worth watching?
*Tower Heist* delivers a fun, fast-paced ride with a solid cast and sharp humor, though its plot isn't groundbreaking. Fans of lighthearted capers with a dash of social commentary will likely enjoy its playful take on class warfare and revenge.
How long is Tower Heist?
The movie runs for 104 minutes.
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About Tower Heist (2011) — A Comedy Caper of Revenge and Redemption
In Brett Ratner's 2011 heist comedy *Tower Heist*, a ragtag team of underdogs led by a beleaguered condo manager (Ben Stiller) hatches an audacious plan to reclaim their stolen fortunes from a billionaire Wall Street con artist. With only days before the thief escapes justice, the unlikely crew—including a disgraced architect (Casey Affleck), a retired Broadway star (Alan Alda), and a smooth-talking ex-con (Eddie Murphy)—convenes to pull off the crime of the century. The film blends sharp wit with breakneck action, set against the glitzy backdrop of a New York City skyscraper where luxury hides a dark secret.
Underneath the laughs, *Tower Heist (2011)* explores themes of class resentment and the pursuit of fairness in an uneven world, all wrapped in the slick, playful energy of a caper movie. Stiller and Murphy's chemistry crackles as the duo navigates booby traps, evades security, and outsmarts the elite at their own game. Ratner's direction keeps the pacing tight, balancing slapstick humor with moments of genuine tension, making it a standout in the comedy-thriller genre.
