Narc

The 2002 American neo-noir crime thriller directed and written by Joe Carnahan follows former narcotics officer Nick Tellis (Jason Patric), who, after a tragic incident resulting in the death of a pregnant woman, is suspended from duty. Eighteen months later, he is brought back to investigate the murder of undercover officer Michael Calvess, with the promise of a desk job upon solving the case. Paired with the charismatic yet brutal detective Henry Oak (Ray Liotta), Calvess's former partner, the two delve into Detroit's dark world of drugs and corruption, confronting moral dilemmas and their own personal demons. The film explores themes of loyalty, violence, and moral ambiguity, delivering a tense and profound narrative with powerful performances.