Fans of the action-packed franchise are curious about the presence of a post-credits scene in Den of Thieves 2: Pantera. This thrilling sequel to the 2018 hit reintroduces Gerard Butler as Nicholas “Big Nick” O’Brien.
Den of Thieves 2 Post-Credits: Is There an End Scene?
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera does not feature an end-credits or post-credits scene.
In the wake of various films like The Fall Guy and Road House incorporating post-credits moments, it’s understandable why many fans expected Pantera to follow suit.
The sequel follows Big Nick on a European escapade as he hunts down Donnie Wilson, portrayed by O’Shea Jackson Jr., who has become entrenched in the world of diamond theft and the infamous Panther mafia. As anticipation builds for a monumental diamond exchange, the film showcases a grand heist orchestrated by these criminal elements.
Big Nick’s character experiences a significant transition, morphing from law enforcement to criminality. Butler explains this shift as a consequence of his character’s struggles, including a lack of police support, personal challenges, and a challenging life path.
Director Christian Gudegast reveals that the narrative draws inspiration from real-life heists, notably the Antwerp Diamond Exchange heist of 2003. The film also takes cues from notable works like Gomorrah, Suburra, Sexy Beast, and Ronin. Alongside directing, Gudegast crafted the script and developed the film’s characters in collaboration with Paul Scheuring.
Retaining their roles from the original film, Butler and Jackson Jr. are joined by a talented cast, including Meadow Williams, Jordan Bridges, Evin Ahmad, Swen Temmel, Bob Jennings, Michael Bisping, and Salvatore Esposito.
In addition to his acting role, Butler serves as a producer, collaborating with Tucker Tooley, Alan Siegel, Mark Canton, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. on this high-stakes sequel.