Netflix’s three-part documentary series The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist explores the true story behind the so-called Bling Ring. The new trailer shows the targets of the burglary crew and delves into the background of the thieves who wanted to be just as famous as the Hollywood stars they stole from. The fact they not only pulled off these robberies but then became celebrities is beyond ridiculous and can only happen in La La Land.
The docuseries was directed by Miles Blayden-Ryall and executive produced by Lawrence Walford, Rob Davis, and Alastair Cook.
The Real Bling Ring premieres on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.
Sofia Coppola wrote and directed a feature film based on the Bling Ring and starring Emma Watson, Katie Chang, Israel Broussard, Claire Julien, and Taissa Farmiga. Audiences didn’t embrace the R-rated film – it grossed $5 million during its domestic release and $20 million worldwide – and critics were mixed, with the 2013 movie sitting at 60% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
Netflix released the following description of the docuseries:
First there was the reality series, then came a Hollywood movie — but the truth about the Bling Ring burglaries has never been told…until now. 10 years after the notorious heists, the culprits have served their jail time and are coming forward to tell the real story behind the Hollywood Hills home-invasions that gripped the nation.
A cautionary tale for teens today, the docuseries shows what can happen when a fame-and-celebrity-obsessed culture meets the rise of social media and spins wildly out of control. Featuring interviews with Alexis Haines (Neiers), Nick Norgo (Prugo), Andrea Arlington, Gabrielle Hames, Audrina Patridge and Perez Hilton.
