A police shootout leaves four thieves dead during an explosive armed robbery attempt in Chicago. Their widows have nothing in common except a debt left behind by their spouses' criminal activities. Hoping to forge a future on their own terms, they join forces to pull off a heist.
A group of women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by their dead husbands' criminal activities must band together to forge their own future. They take on a heist far beyond what they could have ever imagined to clear their names and survive. The film explores themes of grief, power, and race through their desperate plan.
Widows received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at Steve McQueen's masterful direction, the taut screenplay, and the powerful performances from its ensemble cast, especially Viola Davis. The film was lauded for its blend of thrilling heist elements with deeper social and political commentary.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally praise the film's intense plot, strong performances, and engaging storyline, with many highlighting the suspense and the powerful acting as key strengths.
Nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language.
The film is based on a 1983 British television series of the same name created by Lynda La Plante.
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