Jeffrey Allen Manchester (born 1971 [2]) is an American criminal known for his modus operandi activity of breaking and entering into target locations by drilling through their roofs. [3]

Dec 11, 2025 · Roofman, in theaters October 10, was inspired by a real-life criminal who hid in a Toys “R” Us for six months after escaping prison before he was caught again. Jeffrey …

Nov 11, 2025 · Helmed by Derek Cianfrance, ‘Roofman’ fictionalizes the wild life story of Jeffrey Manchester, a North Carolina resident, known for his audacious breaking-and-entering …

5 days ago · Yes, Roofman was inspired by a real-life criminal and former California U.S. military sergeant, Jeffrey Manchester. He robbed over 35 fast food restaurants, mostly McDonald’s, …

Oct 11, 2025 · 'Roofman,' starring Channing Tatum, tells the real-life story of convicted robber Jeffrey Manchester, who hid out in a Toys "R" Us after escaping prison.

Oct 10, 2025 · In fact, the man who plays the truck driver in “Roofman” is the real-life driver who unwittingly escorted Manchester out of prison. And he really lived in a Toys’R’Us? He sure did! …

Oct 10, 2025 · What is the true story behind Roofman? Who is Jeffrey Manchester and where is he now? Here's what to know.

Sep 7, 2025 · Channing Tatum plays Jeffrey Manchester, who robbed dozens of fast-food joints then escaped from prison and camped out in a Toys 'R' Us.

Oct 1, 2025 · Jeffrey Manchester didn’t exactly prove to be a robbing mastermind in 2000, when he botched the hold-up of a Belmont McDonald’s restaurant and landed in a North Carolina …

Oct 10, 2025 · Plenty of films are based on surprising true stories—but few are quite as unbelievable as the actual crime saga that inspired Roofman. The new film stars Channing …