Actor Jesse Eisenberg recently sparked laughter while promoting his new film, Now You See Me, Now You Don’t, the third part of the popular magician-heist franchise. During an appearance on The Tonight Show, Eisenberg humorously suggested that Woody Harrelson might have had a hand in the real-life Louvre Museum heist that has captivated public attention.
The coincidence of the movie’s release alongside news of the Louvre diamond theft gave rise to various tongue-in-cheek theories, which Eisenberg eagerly embraced. He shared how Harrelson casually detailed the specific tools one might use to carry out such a heist, leaving Eisenberg and the rest of the cast stunned.
Harrelson’s Heist Tool Descriptions Raise Eyebrows
During the press junket for Now You See Me, Harrelson described, in explicit detail, the implements required to execute a break-in, including an “acute grating saw,” a term unfamiliar to Eisenberg and the team. This level of knowledge surprised everyone involved and sparked curiosity about Harrelson’s expertise.
When Jimmy Fallon, host of The Tonight Show, asked if Harrelson had picked up this information from the film series, Eisenberg replied with a grin:
No, he knows it from maybe doing that.
– Jesse Eisenberg, Actor
Eisenberg Reflects on Returning to His Role as a Magician
Despite the playful banter about criminal masterminds, Eisenberg expressed his genuine enjoyment in reprising his role in the Now You See Me franchise. Usually portraying gloomy characters, he described his role as
“the most confident magician on the planet”
as a refreshing departure.
These movies are the only fun thing in my life,
Eisenberg said.
I get to play the most confident magician on the planet. I stand up straight, wear a suit, and I just feel like a special boy.
The actor also revealed a lighthearted moment from his Tonight Show visit, performing a quick card trick he had previously shown to a ten-year-old at his child’s school. Although he jokingly called it “bad magic,” he impressed both Fallon and the audience with his performance.
I’m maybe the world’s worst magician, but I can act like I’m a good magician.
– Jesse Eisenberg, Actor
The Broader Appeal of Now You See Me
The intersection of Hollywood storytelling and real-life events like the Louvre heist has given new buzz to the latest film in the series. Fans and audiences are drawn to the blend of suspense, illusion, and humor that casts stars like Eisenberg and Harrelson bring to the screen. With the film’s launch coinciding with an internationally recognized museum heist, the curiosity and excitement around the Woody Harrelson Louvre Heist claim only add to the film’s publicity and allure.
