History of Den of Thieves 2: Pantera in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 14, 2025

Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, released in 2025, is a heist film sequel starring Gerard Butler and O'Shea Jackson Jr., with Christian Gudegast returning as writer and director. Inspired by the Antwerp diamond heist, the plot centers on an LASD sheriff pursuing a suspect to Europe, aiming to collaborate on a robbery. Lionsgate released the film theatrically in the U.S. on January 10, 2025. The film garnered mixed critical reception and earned $56 million globally.

May 2023: Briarcliff Entertainment purchased the film for distribution

In May 2023, Briarcliff Entertainment purchased "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" for distribution in the United States, taking over from STX Entertainment, with Sierra/Affinity handling international sales.

December 2023: Lionsgate acquired Entertainment One

In December 2023, Lionsgate acquired Entertainment One (later rebranded to Lionsgate Canada) from Hasbro, which resulted in Lionsgate gaining distribution rights to "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera".

May 2024: Lionsgate acquired distribution rights

In May 2024, Lionsgate acquired the distribution rights to "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" as part of their acquisition of Entertainment One from Hasbro.

January 10, 2025: Theatrical Release in the United States

On January 10, 2025, Lionsgate theatrically released "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" in the United States. The film received mixed reviews from critics.

January 2025: Plans for a Third Film Confirmed

In January 2025, Gerard Butler confirmed plans to make a third film in the Den of Thieves series. Christian Gudegast stated that the third film depended on the success of the second installment.

March 11, 2025: Gross Revenue

As of March 11, 2025, "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" had grossed $36.1 million in the United States and Canada, and $20.7 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $56.8 million.