Narcotics Sergeant Nick Tellis, on leave after a trauma, is called back to investigate the murder of fellow undercover operative Michael Calvess, joined by the victim's unpredictable and brutal ex-partner, Henry Oak. Working together in the back alleys of Detroit, Tellis and Oak delve into a dark investigation that leads them to uncover shocking secrets and question the corruption and morality within the department, encountering unorthodox methods and a brutal truth about Calvess's death.
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Cast
- Jason PatricDet. Sgt. Nick Tellis
- Ray LiottaDet. Lt. Henry Oak
- Chi McBrideCpt. Mitchell Cheevers
- Krista BridgesAudrey Tellis
- John OrtizOctavio Ruiz
- Busta RhymesDarnell 'Big D Love' Beery
- Richard ChevolleauLatroy Steeds
- Alan van SprangMichael Calvess
- Anne OpenshawKathryn Calvess
- Tony De SantisMedical Examiner Art Harlan
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- Joe CarnahanDirector
- Joe CarnahanScreenplay
- Alex NepomniaschyDirector of Photography
- Cliff MartinezOriginal Music Composer
- John GilroyEditor
- Michelle GraceProducer
- Ray LiottaProducer
- Diane NabatoffProducer
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