The first trailer for Paramount’s upcomingRoofmanmovie has been released, giving a first look at the new Channing Tatum crime comedy film.Roofmancomes fromBlue ValentineandThe Place Beyond the Pinesdirector Derek Cianfranceand stars Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, Peter Dinklage, and more.
TheRoofmantrailer introduces the world toChanning Tatum’s Jeffrey Manchester, based on the real-life criminal who evaded authorities by living within the walls of a Toys “R” Us store. The trailer explains the origins of the story, showing how Manchester escapes prison, why he hides out in the toy store, and how his life within the walls develops as he waits until the cops are off his trail.
However, the trailer also reveals that things immediately become complicated for Manchester. Manchester seems to enter a romantic relationship with Kirsten Dunst’s Leigh Wainscott, although his discovery of her law enforcement connections puts him in jeopardy.
What The First Trailer Means For Roofman
The Channing Tatum Movie Looks Excellent
Whilethe premise ofRoofmansounds wild, the first trailer looks surprisingly good, meaning that it may draw many audience members in. The firstRoofmantrailer gives a lot of focus to the film’s star-studded cast, with the talent that makes up the film’s cast of characters being one of the biggest appeals of the film.
However, theRoofmantrailer also heavily leans into the comedy aspect,explaining Channing Tatum’s casting. While a premise as wild as this would be impossible to do as a serious drama, the real-life origins of the story left the tone of the film a bit vague.Roofman’s first trailer implies that the film will either be a drama or a comedy-drama, setting expectations for a humorous movie experience.
Fans of Derek Cianfrance will see some of the filmmaker’s directorial touches throughout the film, with the cinematography, acting, and blocking using the more grounded style that he has become known for. This isn’t the first crime story that Cianfrance has directed, andRoofmanis shaping up to be another great entry in the genre.
Our Take On Roofman’s First Trailer
It Shows A Bit Too Much
The firstRoofmantrailer does reveal a bit too much about the film for my taste, with it showing a big reveal about Kirsten Dunst’s character as well as howJeffrey Manchester is discovered by the Toys “R” Us employees. The premise alone is enough to market the movie, and the trailer’s presentation of the story essentially lays out the entire film.
It is possible thatRoofmancould be hiding more, but from what it seems, the trailer gives too much away. However, the trailer still portraysRoofmanas a quality film, and many will be wanting to see it whenRoofmanreleases on July 24, 2025.
