Tower Heist

In the world of luxury and deception, the Tower Heist brings to life a story of an unlikely crew of thieves as they seek to avenge their exploitation by a cunning and ruthless Wall Street tycoon. Tower Heist follows Josh Kovaks, the charming and well-respected manager of the Trump Tower high-rise building, played by Eddie Murphy. Kovaks' life revolves around taking care of the building's affluent residents, including his boss, Arthur Shaw, played by Alan Alda. However, the idyllic life of Josh Kovaks takes a drastic turn when Shaw pulls off a massive Ponzi scheme that leaves thousands of his employees and ordinary people penniless. With Shaw's seemingly unstoppable rise to wealth, it's clear that his deceitful methods have paid off, and those who trusted him - including the entire staff of the Tower - are left to pick up the pieces of his devastating betrayal. Determined to make amends for the devastating loss, Josh Kovaks sets in motion a plan with the rest of the Tower staff. This unlikely group includes his best friend and assistant, Charlie McMillan, played by Gary Cole; a young and ambitious elevator operator, Josh's wife's high school friend, Nina, by Casey Wilson; a wisecracking doorman, Mr. Fitzhugh, by Tracy Morgan; and Josh's co-worker and friend, Mr. Jenson, played by Brian Stepanek. With the help of Josh and others, they enlist the aid of Slide, a smooth-talking and cunning thief, played by Gabriel Macht. Slide is initially hesitant to join forces with Josh's unlikely group, but eventually comes on board after being convinced that they can pull off the impossible. The plan unfolds when the group discovers that Arthur Shaw has hidden a stash of $20 million in cash somewhere within the Trump Tower's penthouse apartment. The crew believes they have a one-hundred percent chance of pulling off the heist and getting their hands on Shaw's ill-gotten gains. However, things get complicated when Slide brings in a more seasoned con artist, Fitzhugh's cousin, played by Eddie Kaye Thomas. The group's dynamics are put to the test when they face disagreements and conflicts of interest. Their mission becomes a high-risk proposition, where if they succeed, they will have pulled off the heist of the century, and if they fail, they could face severe consequences. The climax of the Tower Heist builds up to a final confrontation between Josh's crew and Arthur Shaw. As tensions rise, and it seems like all is lost for Josh's crew, the unlikely group must dig deep and put aside their differences in order to achieve their goal. In the end, Josh's crew executes their plan with wit, resourcefulness, and determination. They navigate through Shaw's elaborate security system, use their own unique skills to avoid detection, and, ultimately, reach the penthouse where the hidden cash is stored. When they finally get their hands on Shaw's ill-gotten gains, they realize that the $20 million they were after is only a small part of a far larger sum hidden in a wall vault. Shaw's treachery and deceit are further revealed as the crew discovers that he was planning to abscond with the entire amount. In the thrilling conclusion, Josh's crew, along with the New York Police Department, work together to bring Shaw to justice. Shaw's plans are foiled, and he is captured by the police while attempting to escape the country with his money. In the midst of this cat-and-mouse game between Josh's crew and Shaw, the movie explores themes of deception, loyalty, and trust. Through the lives of these unlikely heroes, Tower Heist reminds us that even in the darkest of times, when we are faced with the impossible, we can find the strength and courage to pursue our goals, and sometimes, to take matters into our own hands.