- Released on November 06, 2018
In the captivating crime drama, Widows, a diverse and talented cast brings the story to life. Viola Davis delivers a powerful performance as Veronica Rawlings, the grieving widow of a renowned thief. Alongside her, we find Michelle Rodriguez portraying Linda, a mother of two struggling to make ends meet after her husband's demise. The ensemble of talented actresses leads us through a gripping narrative of loss and redemption.
Set against the gritty backdrop of Chicago, Widows opens with an intense police shootout that leaves four seasoned thieves fatally wounded during an attempted armed robbery. Tragedy strikes as these criminal masterminds perish, leaving behind shattered lives and a web of deceit. As a result, their widows are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives, grappling with grief, anger, and the looming debts accumulated by their late husbands' criminal activities.
In this desperate situation, the widows realize that they share a common fate. To secure a brighter future for themselves and their families, they decide to band together and find solace in each other's company. Driven by a common goal, they combine their skills and knowledge to execute an ambitious heist. This daring plan not only offers them a chance at financial freedom but also provides an opportunity to forge their own paths, independent of their husbands' criminal legacies. A tale of resilience and reinvention, Widows explores these women's journeys as they navigate their newfound roles and fight for their right to forge a future on their own terms.
Full Cast of Widows
Viola Davis
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Michelle Rodriguez
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Elizabeth Debicki
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Cynthia Erivo
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Colin Farrell
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Robert Duvall
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Liam Neeson
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Brian Tyree Henry
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Daniel Kaluuya
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Lukas Haas
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Garret Dillahunt
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Carrie Coon
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Jacki Weaver
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Molly Kunz
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Jon Bernthal
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Manuel Garcia-Rulfo
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Matt Walsh
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Kevin J. O'Connor
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Adam Wesley Brown
Michael Weber
Doug James
Deanna Reed-Foster
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Paulette McDaniels
Will Zahrn
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Paul Stein
Keith Kupferer
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Josiah Sheffie
Josh Bywater
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