First Look: ‘Drag’ Mixes Robbery, Comedy, and Chaos with Lizzy Caplan and John Stamos
The upcoming film ‘Drag’ is already generating considerable buzz thanks to the newly revealed first-look images. Starring Lizzy Caplan and John Stamos, the film is set to premiere at SXSW and delivers an unexpected blend of crime, comedy, and physical calamity. ‘Drag’ centers on two sisters whose poorly planned attempt to rob a rural house in upstate New York takes a disastrous turn—one of them throws their back out and becomes stranded on the second floor, setting off a chain of wild and unpredictable events as they desperately try to escape before the homeowner returns.
A Cast Steeped in Comedy & Crime
With Lizzy Caplan and John Stamos leading the cast, ‘Drag’ immediately promises a unique energy. Caplan, renowned for her recent role as Lula in the beloved magician-heist franchise, brings a sharp comedic edge and heist-film pedigree to the project. Her background also includes starring as Alexandra Mullen in Netflix’s political thriller miniseries Zero Day, highlighting her range between comedy and high-stakes drama.
John Stamos, indelibly associated with Uncle Jesse from Full House and Fuller House, has more recently found success in Apple TV’s Palm Royale and is confirmed for Netflix’s upcoming season of The Hunting Wives. Here, Stamos takes on a very different flavor of comedy, trading in the reassuring charm for a role that leans into the mayhem of a botched crime.
Supporting them are Lucy DeVito and Christine Ko, each with a clutch of acclaimed projects to their names—DeVito from series like Melissa & Joey and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Ko from standout performances in Only Murders in the Building, The Handmaid’s Tale, and Ghosts.
Behind the Scenes: Production with Star Power
‘Drag’ is helmed by the directing duo Raviv Ullman and Greg Yagolnitzer, who also penned the screenplay. The production is backed by comedy royalty: Danny DeVito joins his daughter Lucy DeVito and producer Jake DeVito via Jersey Films 2nd Avenue. Adding to the mix is Patrick Stump on music, promising a soundtrack tuned to both tension and wit.
This talented assembly sets up ‘Drag’ not only as a heist film but as a character-driven, laugh-out-loud entry into the crime-comedy canon—where injury, shrink-rap, and sibling chaos might upstage any loot.
What Makes ‘Drag’ Stand Out?
Unlike conventional crime thrillers, ‘Drag’ uses physical comedy and a relatable mishap to drive its narrative—turning a bad back into both an obstacle and a running gag. This approach resonates with fans looking for heist films that don’t take themselves too seriously, blending the tension of a robbery gone wrong with the unpredictable hilarity reminiscent of classic screwball comedies.
From Caplan’s physically-demanding scenes—like sprawling across a hardwood floor in shock—to Stamos’ art-surrounded sly grin, the imagery released hints at a film that’s as visually playful as it is narratively ambitious. Christine Ko’s poised presence, glass of wine in hand, signals that every character might be harboring their own comedic secrets.
Anticipating the SXSW Premiere
With the SXSW debut on the horizon, ‘Drag’ stands as one of the year’s most intriguing new films for fans of crime thrillers with a comic twist. Between its star-studded cast, irreverent premise, and sharp direction, anticipation is running high for the premiere. As more details and footage surface, this uniquely American comedy-thriller promises to carve out its place among both festival favorites and cult-classic comedies.
