Running with the Devil

Running with the Devil is a 2019 American crime thriller film written and directed by Jason Cabell and starring Nicolas Cage, Laurence Fishburne, Leslie Bibb and Barry Pepper. It is Cabell's directorial debut.
It was released in the United States on September 20, 2019, by Quiver Distribution and Redbox Entertainment.
Plot
When a cocaine shipment is compromised to the dismay of the business's masterminds, a chain of events is set in motion to understand the root of the problem. The Cook (Nicolas Cage) and The Man (Laurence Fishburne) are entrusted with the mission to track the supply chain and identify the point of failure.
As they trace the journey of the drugs, moving from the fields to the processing facilities, and then crossing borders to reach the distributors, they encounter numerous obstacles. The Cook, known for his meticulous nature, is a high-ranking operative, while The Man, a veteran trafficker, brings his streetwise tactics to the operation. Along the way, they cross paths with a host of characters representing different facets of the drug trade – from farmers to brokers, and from dealers to enforcers.
As they move closer to discovering the truth, the duo finds themselves navigating a world filled with greed, betrayal, and extreme danger. The labyrinthine network of the drug trade exposes them to the harsh realities of this underground world, where loyalty is scarce and life is cheap.
The DEA, under the charge of Agent in Charge (Leslie Bibb) and her right hand known as The Sniper (Barry Pepper), are concurrently conducting an operation to bring down this drug cartel. This puts them on a collision course with The Cook and The Man, setting the stage for a tense and potentially explosive confrontation.
As the net tightens around the various players involved in the drug trade, a tale of survival unfolds, with individuals caught in the crossfire attempting to protect their own interests. In a world where lines between good and evil are often blurred, a race against time ensues, with everyone trying to salvage what they can before the inevitable showdown.
Cast
Nicolas Cage as The Cook
Laurence Fishburne as The Man
Leslie Bibb as Agent In Charge
Barry Pepper as The Boss
Adam Goldberg as The Snitch
Clifton Collins Jr. as The Farmer
Cole Hauser as The Executioner
Peter Facinelli as Number One
Natalia Reyes as The Woman
Marie Wagenman as The Child
Christian Tappan as Trey
Camilo Amores as Young Man
Production
Filming began in Albuquerque, New Mexico on March 13, 2018, then moved to Bogotá, Colombia on April 2 and wrapped on April 18.
Reception
The review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reported that of critics gave the film positive reviews, based on reviews, with an average rating of . On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average rating of 42 out of 100, based on 7 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".
References
External links
2019 films
2019 action thriller films
2019 crime thriller films
2019 directorial debut films
American action thriller films
American crime thriller films
Films set in Colombia
Films shot in New Mexico
Quiver Distribution films
2010s English-language films
2010s American films
English-language action thriller films
English-language crime thriller films