The Pickup cast features Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson and Keke Palmer. This info article contains minor spoilers and character details for Tim Story’s 2025 Amazon movie. Check out more cast guides in Vague Visages’ Know the Cast category.

The Pickup explores the personal and professional lives of two armored car drivers. When Travis gets tricked by a scheming criminal, he inadvertently causes trouble for his older partner. The narrative follows the main protagonists as they learn about the true motivations of a vengeful woman named Zoe who plans a casino heist. Here’s every actor and character in The Pickup.

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘Heads of State’

The Pickup Cast: Eddie Murphy as Russell Pierce

Character Profile: An armored car driver. He anticipates an evening with his wife for their 25th anniversary but gets caught up in a criminal conspiracy. Russell dreams of running a bed and breakfast business.

Murphy’s Resume: Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop (1984), Prince Akeem/Clarence/Saul in Coming to America (1988), Sherman Klump/Buddy Love/Lance in The Nutty Professor (1996), Donkey in Shrek (2001), James “Thunder” Early in Dreamgirls (2006)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘Canary Black’

The Pickup Cast: Pete Davidson as Travis Stolly

Character Profile: Russell’s new partner. He is a math nerd who gets tricked by a female criminal. Travis ultimately develops a bond with both Russell and his perceived enemy.

Davidson’s Resume: Saturday Night Live Cast Member (2014-2022), Duncan in Set It Up (2018), Tom Zutaut in The Dirt (2019), Scott Carlin in The King of Staten Island (2020), David in Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘Twisters’

The Pickup Cast: Keke Palmer as Zoe

Character Profile: A criminal mastermind who seeks revenge for her father’s death. She organizes a $60 million casino heist. Zoe grows fond of Travis.

Palmer’s Resume: Aisha in Winx Club (2011-15), Mercedes in Hustlers (2019), Alice in Alice (2022), Emerald Haywood in Nope (2022), Dreux in One of Them Days (2025)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘Brothers’

The Pickup Cast: Eva Longoria as Natalie Pierce

Character Profile: Russell’s wife. She gets angry about his constant lies on the day of an ambush. Natalie tracks down Russell after putting a digital chip in his neck.

Longoria’s Resume: Isabella Braña Williams in The Young and the Restless (2001-03), Gabrielle Solis in Desperate Housewives (2004-12), Sylvia in Harsh Times (2005), Jill Marin in The Sentinel (2006), Gala in Land of Women (2024)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘Jackpot’

The Pickup Cast: Andrew Dice Clay as Clark

Character Profile: Russell and Travis’ boss. He is a stern man with a no-nonsense personality. Clark tries to understand Russell and Travis’ behavior on the day of an ambush.

Clay’s Resume: A Famous Stand-Up Comedian — Also, Max Goldman in Crime Story (1986-88), Augie in Blue Jasmine (2013), Lorenzo in A Star Is Born (2018), Louis “Butchie” Peraino in Pam & Tommy (2022)

Read More at VV –– Know the Cast & Characters: ‘Role Play’

The Pickup cast also includes:

• Jack Kesy as Banner
• Ismael Cruz Cordova as Miguel
• Jef Holbrook as Mikey
• Marshawn Lynch as Chop Shop
• Lara Grice as Waitress
• Enoch King as Service Entrance Guard
• Nelson Bonilla as Casino Guard
• Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i as MMA Fighter
• Raymond L. Murphy Jr. as MMA Manager
• Keith Adams as Armored Truck Driver

Q.V. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages’ founding editor.