“Sharper” Star Briana Middleton on Finding Her Edge in Apple TV’s New Thriller

Filled with plot twists, double-crosses and characters who never seem to be who they are, Sharper is designed to keep you guessing right to the end. But one thing is for certain; with a razor-sharp cast that includes Julianne Moore, Briana Middleton, Sebastian Stan, Justice Smith and John Lithgow, the Apple TV+ original film delivers its many satisfactions with a cast more than equal to the job.

“It’s so fun,” says Middleton during a recent interview.

“Sharper” Trailer Reveals Apple TV’s Julianne Moore-led Neo-Noir Thriller

The first trailer for Sharper is here, revealing director Benjamin Caron (Andor, The Crown)’s neo-noir thriller, and we’re getting some delicious vibes. Sometimes there’s nothing more satisfying than a good heist film, one that pits ambitious grifters and mysterious shape-shifters against the ruthless rich. And in the case of Sharper, these archetypes are embodied by some terrific performers.

Meet Richard Hobbes (John Lithgow), a Manhattan-based billionaire with money to burn and games to play.