Now You See Me: Now You Don’t

After a nine-year wait since the second film, this franchise finally returns with a fresh story and a new generation of characters—Justice Smith, Ariana Greenblatt, and Dominic Sessa—stepping in as “echoes” of the original Horsemen. The central theme of stealing from the rich for the greater good remains unchanged from the previous installments. This time, the villain isn’t particularly strong, but not weak either. Her backstory—once a lover of magic turned bitter—is compelling, and her cunning nature adds intrigue. As expected, each major heist ends with a clever trick reveal. Plot twist? Absolutely. But as you follow the story, you’ll find yourself constantly guessing what kind of twist is coming.

The original five Horsemen are just as they were, but how about the three newcomers? Fantastic. Each brings a distinct personality to the table: Bosco (my personal favorite) is protective, Charlie is easygoing, and June is sharp and intelligent. They blend seamlessly with the veteran cast, making it feel like there’s no hierarchy—just synergy.

I’ve heard there’s a sequel in the works, and I truly hope these three new characters return. They’re bound to become fan favorites. Thank you, Lionsgate, for reminding us that this franchise still has a place in the superhero-saturated era.

Staff:

Directed by: Ruben Fleischer

Screenplay by: Michael Lesslie, Paul Wernick, Rhett Reese, and Seth Grahame-Smith

Story by: Eric Warren Singer and Michael Lesslie

Based on: Characters by Boaz Yakin and Edward Ricourt

Produced by: Bobby Cohen, Alex Kurtzman, and Roberto Orci

Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, Lizzy Caplan, Rosamund Pike, and Morgan Freeman

Cinematography: George Richmond

Edited by: Stacey Schroeder

Music by: Brian Tyler

Production company: Cohen Pictures

Distributed by: Lionsgate

Release date: November 14, 2025

Running time: 112 minutes