Sneaky Pete (2015)★ 8.0/10
- Comedy
- Crime
- Drama
Directed by: Jon Avnet, Laura Innes, Michael Dinner, Adam Arkin, Clare Kilner
Written by: Bryan Cranston, David Shore, Ian MacDonald, Dipika Guha, Sarah Sutherland
A con man on the run from a vicious gangster takes cover by assuming the identity of his prison cellmate Pete, and reuniting with Pete's estranged family, which threatens to drag him into a world just as dangerous as the one he's escaping.
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Alishia_GuadalupeSeptember 17, 2025
Alishia_GuadalupeSeptember 17, 2025A brilliantly layered drama, the series thrives on its complex characters and tangled relationships. Each episode feels packed with developments, and the high-stakes unpredictability makes it astonishing how much can unfold within a single day.
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Maxwell_AtkinsonSeptember 17, 2025
Maxwell_AtkinsonSeptember 17, 2025The storytelling is tight and cleverly constructed, weaving in multiple subplots without losing focus. The constant plot twists in scams and cons keep you guessing, and while the cast isn’t packed with big names, the performances are grounded and effective.
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Jeremy_GayAugust 23, 2025
Jeremy_GayAugust 23, 2025While the show stumbles with implausible plot details and juvenile schemes, the core scam isn’t fully revealed until late in the game. The first half leans heavily into family drama, which may underwhelm genre fans. A more polished script could have elevated it further.
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Derek_RobbinsAugust 19, 2025
Derek_RobbinsAugust 19, 2025"Sneaky Pete" weaves a tightly structured plot filled with clever callbacks and storylines that intersect in surprising ways. Early episodes offer playful subplots that are quietly brilliant, while the final stretch ratchets up the tension with near-perfect timing.
