People are very excited about Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, the follow-up to the 2018 action-packed crime thriller Den of Thieves. The film, which was directed by Christian Gudegast continues the intense game of cat-and-mouse between police and criminal masterminds. The action moves from the streets of Los Angeles to exotic European locations in the sequel, which stars O’Shea Jackson Jr. as Donnie Wilson and Gerard Butler as the tough Detective Nick O’Brien. The movie is about a diamond heist that is based on the famous Antwerp diamond heist of 2003. The filming took place in some of the most beautiful and exciting places in the world.
The people who worked on Den of Thieves 2: Pantera did everything they could to make the atmosphere exciting. They turned busy streets into dramatic heist scenes and peaceful beaches into scenes of chaos. Let’s talk about the places where the movie was shot and how they helped bring the story to life.
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera Plot
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera picks up where the first movie left off by following Nick “Big Nick” O’Brien’s pursuit of Donnie Wilson, who has fled to Europe after narrowly avoiding capture by police.. Donnie gets caught up in a dangerous diamond deal that goes wrong, which leads to a big theft that is based on the real Antwerp diamond theft. As the stakes rise, the movie has scenes that will pump your adrenaline, clever strategiesand intense fights. Pantera looks like it will be better than other action-crime shows because it has both new and old characters, like Jovanna (played by Evin Ahmad) and Slavko (Salvatore Esposito).
Where was Den of Thieves 2: Pantera filmed?
The production of Den of Thieves 2: Pantera began in April 2023 and concluded in July 2023. The United Kingdom and the Canary Islands were used for filming, and these very different places became important parts of the movie’s European setting. The real heist took place in Antwerp, Belgium. The movie was supposed to start filming in 2022. After some delays, filming began in April 2023. Here are some of the most interesting places where the movie was filmed.
1. Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
The island of Tenerife, which is one of the primary filming locations, offered a backdrop that was highly adaptable, ranging from picturesque beaches to bustling metropolis streets.
• Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
In Santa Cruz, the crew turned several streets into important filming locations. Before, Princesa Guacimara Street was known for its gofio mills. Now, it’s a busy European city block with a jewelry store and a police station. The La Esquina Hamburger-Cafeteria was turned into the ice cream shop “Romani et fils,” which is set in Morocco. To make it seem more real street names were even changed. For example, PrÃncipe Ruymán Street was changed to “Rue Basse.” The team also added colorful fruit stands and a grocery store, which made the movie experience better.
• La Salud Neighborhood:
People in the area saw an interesting change as extras played street vendors and people walking, making it feel like a lively market. Scenes of motorcycle chases and action on the street took place in the La Salud neighborhood, which is known for hosting international productions.
• Las Teresitas Beach:
Gerard Butler and O’Shea Jackson Jr. were in a dramatic scene that took place on Las Teresitas Beach. The actors brought a lot of energy to a scene that made it look like a big heist went wrong as they came out of the water. Filming here started early in the morning so as not to bother anyone, capturing both the peaceful beauty of the beach and the high-stakes drama that was going on nearby.
2. Salamanca District and Anaga Avenue, Santa Cruz
There were also notable features of Anaga Avenue and the Salamanca district. The urban settings on Tenerife were ideal for action scenes like car chases, demonstrating the island’s landscape versatility.
3. Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain
Gran Canaria was one of several locations used in the film, although Tenerife was the main one. There were several highways and the airport on the island that were used for important scenes when filming. These places, with their mix of modern infrastructure and beautiful scenery, added to the story’s European heist plot.
4. United Kingdom
The UK was another important place for filming, especially for shots inside and outside of cities. To make the dangerous world of Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, the production team used famous European-style buildings and cities. The focus on European authenticity was clear in the set design and cinematography, but specific locations in the UK have not been revealed.
The care with which real-life places were turned into movie sets was truly impressive. The magic of filmmaking can be seen in Tenerife, where the production team turned a hamburger joint into a Moroccan ice cream shop. Working with local businesses and modifying existing infrastructure; they made environments that were immersive and fit right into the story of the movie.
People in the area helped with the filming by doing things like acting as extras and making sure the production had everything it needed. In La Salud, people who lived there got paid for having to deal with limited parking and temporary access. Community members felt proud that their neighborhood was a part of a global film project because of this work together.
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (2025) Cast
Returning Cast
• Gerard Butler as Nicholas “Big Nick” O’Brien: The gritty sheriff and leader of the elite police unit.
• O’Shea Jackson Jr. as Donnie Wilson: The skilled thief on the run after the events of the first film.
• Meadow Williams as Holly: A character reprising her role from the first installment.
New Cast Members:
• Evin Ahmad as Jovanna
• Salvatore Esposito as Slavko
• Michael Bisping as Connor
• Orli Shuka as Dushko
• Cristian Solimeno
• Nazmiye Oral as Chava
• Yasen Zates Atour
• Giuseppe Schillaci as Moussa
• Dino Kelly as Volko
• Rico Verhoeven
• Velibor Topic as Mirinko
• Antonio Bustorff as Tamy
• Ciryl Gane
A Glimpse Into the 2003 Antwerp Diamond Heist:
The inspiration for Den of Thieves 2: Pantera lies in the real-life Antwerp diamond heist, often dubbed the “heist of the century.” In February 2003, thieves made off with over $100 million worth of diamonds, gold and jewelry, bypassing a vault protected by state-of-the-art security. The film mirrors this audacious act: weaving elements of the heist into its high-octane plot.
The places where Den of Thieves 2: Pantera was filmed were very important to the story of the high-stakes heist in the sequel. The story felt more real and had more depth in each setting, from the busy streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to the quiet shores of Las Teresitas Beach. Fans can’t wait for the movie to come out on January 10, 2025. These beautiful backgrounds look like they will put viewers right in the middle of the action. Den of Thieves 2: Pantera is going to be a thrilling movie experience for everyone, whether you liked the first one or this is your first time seeing the series.
