Jamie Dornan’s Explosive New Eight-Part Crime Thriller Arrives On Apple TV This Friday — With Europe’s Biggest Bank Heist, A Disgraced FBI Agent And A Dangerous Game Of Revenge That Unfolds Across Three Timelines
Jamie Dornan is returning to television in a gripping new crime thriller that promises high-stakes action, elaborate criminal schemes and a relentless battle between two men determined to outsmart each other.
The eight-part Apple TV series 12 12 12 sees the Northern Irish actor star opposite Anthony Mackie in an ambitious heist drama centred on the biggest bank robbery in European history.
With a spectacular raid beneath the streets of Zurich, a personal vendetta and an unconventional storytelling structure, the series promises to deliver something considerably more complex than a traditional robbery thriller.
And viewers will not have long to wait, with the drama premiering on Friday, November 13.
Twelve Months To Plan. Twelve Hours To Steal. Twelve Days To Escape.
The title 12 12 12 refers to the three crucial stages of a major criminal operation.
Each episode unfolds across three interconnected timelines: the 12 months spent planning the robbery, the 12 hours during which the heist takes place and the 12 days that follow.
At the centre of the story are Jack, a disgraced FBI agent played by Anthony Mackie, and Paul, an American career criminal portrayed by Jamie Dornan.
Their increasingly dangerous game of cat and mouse takes them across Europe, with an audacious raid on a heavily secured bank vault beneath Zurich forming the heart of the investigation.
The trailer establishes the stakes through a chilling exchange between the two central characters.
According to Jack, a bank robber who remains uncaught after 12 days is unlikely to be caught at all.
For Paul, those 12 days could determine whether his elaborate criminal operation ends in freedom or disaster.
Anthony Mackie’s FBI Agent Has A Personal Score To Settle
While the spectacular robbery provides the foundation for the series, the rivalry between Jack and Paul appears to be driven by something far more personal.
In the trailer, Mackie’s character makes his intentions unmistakably clear.
“The moment he slips up, I’ll be there to catch him,” Jack declares. “He stole from me, and I believe in revenge.”
His determination suggests that the pursuit extends beyond professional duty, adding another layer of tension to the unfolding investigation.
Meanwhile, Dornan’s character must navigate the consequences of a criminal operation in which even the smallest mistake could prove catastrophic.
Anthony Mackie Reveals Why Jamie Dornan Was Perfect For The Role
Both leading actors also serve as executive producers on the series.
Speaking to Extra TV, Mackie praised Dornan’s ability to bring sincerity and vulnerability to his characters, explaining that audiences naturally find themselves emotionally invested in his performances.
The Captain America star highlighted Dornan’s understated approach to acting, suggesting that his ability to make viewers sympathise with his characters was particularly valuable.
That quality could make Paul an especially compelling figure, challenging audiences to become invested in a man whose criminal activities place him firmly on the wrong side of the law.
A Star-Studded Cast And Acclaimed Creative Team
Alongside Dornan and Mackie, the thriller features an impressive international ensemble, including:
- Jack Kesy (Claws)
- Agathe Rousselle (Titane)
- Sallie Harmsen (The Balloonist)
- José Garcia (Bastille Day)
- Kali Reis (True Detective)
The series was created and executive produced by Dudi Appleton and Jim Keeble, whose previous credits include Wild Bill and Silent Witness.
BAFTA-winning filmmaker Kari Skogland directs multiple episodes, bringing further experience to the ambitious production.
When Does 12 12 12 Premiere?
The eight-part crime thriller premieres on Apple TV on Friday, November 13, 2026.
For viewers who enjoy intricate heist stories, morally complicated characters and psychological battles between criminals and investigators, the series offers an intriguing new addition to the genre.
With three interconnected timelines, two formidable opponents and one extraordinary bank robbery, 12 12 12 promises a thriller where pulling off the perfect crime may prove considerably easier than escaping its consequences.
