‘Ocean’s Eleven’ prequel hits snag with director quitting over creative differences

Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper are attached to star in the film The post ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ prequel hits snag with director quitting over creative differences appeared first on NME. NewsFilm News ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ prequel hits snag with director quitting over creative differences Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper are attached to star in the film By Victoria Luxford 5th March 2026 Bradley Cooper and Margot Robbie. CREDIT: Lester Cohen/Getty Images for Breakthrough Prize The Ocean’s Eleven prequel currently in development has lost its director, with filmmaker Lee Isaac Chung departing over “creative differences”. The film, set before the 2001 remake starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt, is set to star Bradley Cooper and Margot Robbie, who is also producing through her production company LuckyChap. Chung, who directed the award-winning drama Minari as well as blockbuster Twisters, exited due to what Warner Bros described as “creative differences”. Advertisement In a joint statement with LuckyChap, shared by The Hollywood Reporter, the studio said: “Lee Isaac is a singular filmmaking talent whose vision and partnership have been invaluable to Warner Bros. and LuckyChap throughout this journey. Our experience with him has only deepened our enthusiasm to collaborate on future projects together.” Ocean’s Eleven was originally a 1960 heist film starring Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack. It was remade by Steven Soderbergh with Clooney and Pitt in 2001, with its success leading to sequels in 2004 and 2007. An all-female spin-off, Ocean’s 8, was released in 2018, starring Sandra Bullock and Cate Blanchett. Recently, it was revealed Clooney and Pitt would be returning for another Ocean’s sequel. Last October, Clooney revealed the film could shoot in 2026 with the original ensemble cast, which includes Matt Damon and Julia Roberts. “Yeah, we just got it,” he told E! “We just got the budget approved at Warner Brothers, and we’re trying to set up. It’s just scheduling, so it’s just setting a start date for us, probably starting about nine or ten months.” The actor also recently revealed the time he encountered original Ocean’s star Sinatra, early in his career when working as a driver for his aunt, singer Rosemary Clooney. Recalling a disagreement they had over a boycott the actor was leading, he said: “He was great, I got yelled at by Frank Sinatra!” Related TopicsBrad PittBradley CooperCate BlanchettFrank SinatraGeorge ClooneyMargot RobbieOcean'sTwisters You May Also Like Advertisement TRENDING The Kooks to play The Great Escape 20th anniversary show presented by NME ‘The Bride!’ review: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s punk rock ‘Frankenstein’ remix Harry Styles – ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally’ review: pop superstar lets the light in The biggest video game concerts you can’t miss in 2026 Chalk’s uncompromising dance-punk is fuelled by personal vulnerability and political questioning Advertisement More Stories Gaming News Ice-T hates ‘Resident Evil Requiem’s horrific spider boss: “Fuck that” Film News ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ prequel hits snag with director quitting over creative differences Music News The Beach Boys’ Bruce Johnston departs touring band after 61 years: “This isn’t goodbye, it’s see you soon” Music News Ozzfest 2027 to take place at Birmingham’s Aston Villa before US dates, reveals Sharon Osbourne Gaming News ‘Assassin’s Creed’ announces ‘Black Flag’ remake after years of speculation Music News Watch Jeff Goldblum join Laufey on stage on opening night of 2026 UK arena tour