Tower Heist (2011) is a comedy-heist film directed by Brett Ratner. The film features an ensemble cast including Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Casey Affleck, Matthew Broderick, and Téa Leoni.

The plot centers around a group of employees at a luxury apartment building in New York City who discover that they have been swindled by a wealthy resident, Arthur Shaw (played by Alan Alda). Shaw, a financier, had been entrusted with their pension funds but turns out to have defrauded them. The employees, led by the building’s manager Josh Kovacs (Ben Stiller), decide to take matters into their own hands and rob Shaw’s penthouse in order to recover their lost money.

To pull off the heist, the team recruits a former criminal (Eddie Murphy) with experience in breaking and entering. Despite their lack of experience and the complexities of the plan, they work together to execute the heist, leading to a series of comedic and action-packed events.

Tower Heist combines elements of heist film conventions with humor, focusing on themes of justice and retribution against a corrupt financier. The film is known for its lighthearted approach, witty dialogue, and entertaining performances, especially from Eddie Murphy, who brings a comedic edge to the heist genre.

While it received mixed reviews from critics, the film was praised for its entertaining plot and the chemistry between the cast. Tower Heist offers a fun and engaging experience, blending comedy with the thrills of a heist film.