Netflix is set to kick off 2025 with the digital premiere of Caught Stealing, the dark comedy crime thriller directed by Darren Aronofsky and led by Austin Butler. The film will begin streaming on Netflix India from January 10, 2025, giving audiences a chance to discover (or revisit) one of the year’s most unconventional crime dramas from the comfort of home.
When and Where to Watch Caught Stealing in India
After its theatrical run, Caught Stealing is making its way to OTT. Indian viewers can stream the film exclusively on Netflix, starting January 10, 2025. The platform quietly announced the release as part of its January lineup, positioning the film as a notable pick for fans of edgy, offbeat storytelling.
About the Film
Set against the gritty, chaotic streets of 1990s New York, Caught Stealing blends crime, action, and dark humour—marking a tonal shift for Aronofsky, who is best known for intense psychological dramas. The film is based on Charlie Huston’s 2004 novel, with Huston himself adapting the screenplay.
Austin Butler stars as Henry “Hank” Thompson, a former high school baseball prodigy whose promising career derails after a life-altering accident. Now working as a bartender in a rundown New York joint, Hank leads a quiet, unassuming life alongside his fiancée Yvonne (played by Zoë Kravitz). His routine existence is suddenly upended when he is dragged into the city’s criminal underbelly, triggering a chain of violent, absurd, and darkly comic events.
Theatrical Run and Reception
Caught Stealing released in theatres on August 29, 2025, in the US and international markets. While the film struggled commercially—earning approximately $32 million worldwide—it found appreciation among critics for its sharp writing, stylised violence, and Butler’s committed performance. Many reviews highlighted the film’s dark comedic edge and its departure from conventional crime thrillers.
Jay-Ho Insider
Though it underperformed at the box office, Caught Stealing appears poised for a second life on streaming. With Darren Aronofsky experimenting outside his usual comfort zone and Austin Butler anchoring the film with a layered performance, the Netflix release offers audiences a fresh opportunity to engage with this offbeat crime tale—one that may resonate more strongly in the OTT space than it did in theatres.
