Danny recruits a diverse team of specialists, each with a unique role: Character Specialty / Role George Clooney The Mastermind Rusty Ryan Right-hand man & partner in crime Linus Caldwell Matt Damon Ambitious rookie pickpocket Terry Benedict Andy García The ruthless casino owner (Target) Tess Ocean Julia Roberts Danny's ex-wife Basher Tarr Don Cheadle Explosives expert Frank Catton Bernie Mac Croupier & inside man Reuben Tishkoff Elliott Gould Former casino owner & financier Saul Bloom Carl Reiner Veteran con man The Malloys Casey Affleck & Scott Caan Gifted mechanics/drivers Livingston Dell Eddie Jemison Electronics & surveillance expert "The Amazing" Yen Qin Shaobo Professional acrobat Critical Reception