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Wolfs

Wolfs is a 2024 American action comedy film written and directed by Jon Watts.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Wolfs is a 2024 American action comedy film written and directed by Jon Watts. It stars George Clooney and Brad Pitt as rival professional fixers who are forced to work together on the same job. The film was released in limited theatres and later on Apple TV+ in September 2024.

Plot

The story centres on two rival fixers who are both called to help cover up a prominent New York official’s mistake. Their night becomes increasingly chaotic as they are forced into an uneasy partnership.

Cast and crew

Jon Watts wrote and directed the film. The lead cast includes George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Amy Ryan, Austin Abrams and Poorna Jagannathan.

Release

Wolfs premiered at the Venice Film Festival in September 2024. It received a limited theatrical release in the United States on September 20, 2024, followed by streaming release on Apple TV+ on September 27, 2024.

Reception

The film was reviewed as a blend of action, comedy and thriller elements. Critical responses noted the chemistry between Clooney and Pitt, while some described the story as lighter-weight than its star pairing.

Key facts

  • Wolfs is a 2024 American action comedy film directed by Jon Watts.
  • The film stars George Clooney and Brad Pitt as rival fixers forced to cooperate.
  • It premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2024.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release on September 20, 2024, and streamed on Apple TV+ from September 27, 2024.
  • The runtime is 1 hour 47 minutes.
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Canadian context

The film was released internationally through Apple TV+, making it directly available to Canadian viewers through the platform.

Frequently asked questions

What is Wolfs about?
It follows two professional fixers who are hired for the same job and must work together to cover up a high-profile mistake.
Who directed Wolfs?
Jon Watts wrote and directed Wolfs.
Who stars in Wolfs?
The film stars George Clooney and Brad Pitt, with Amy Ryan, Austin Abrams and Poorna Jagannathan in supporting roles.
When was Wolfs released?
It had a limited U.S. theatrical release on September 20, 2024, and streamed on Apple TV+ from September 27, 2024.
What genre is Wolfs?
It is generally described as an action comedy, with some sources also classifying it as a thriller.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfs_(film)
    Supports: Basic identification of the film, year, genre, cast, writer, director, and premise.
  2. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/wolfs/umc.cmc.c3xhu25rw4jxxxzq4oio6snu
    Supports: Official synopsis, runtime, starring cast, and director.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/wolfs
    Supports: Genre, release dates, runtime, and synopsis.
  4. The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/wolfs-review-brad-pitt-george-clooney-1235989070/
    Supports: Release timing and critical framing of the film.
  5. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/sep/01/wolfs-review-pitt-and-clooney-are-job-sharing-loners-in-spidey-meme-of-a-thriller
    Supports: Venice premiere and North American/streaming release dates.