BlacKkKlansman

In the early 1970s, Ron Stallworth becomes the first African American police officer in the Colorado Springs police department. His initial role in the records room exposes him to the pervasive racism within the department and leads to various challenges as he navigates this environment.

After facing disparaging treatment from his colleagues, Stallworth seeks a more meaningful assignment. He requests to go undercover, aiming to make a significant impact by infiltrating local rallies and civil rights movements.

Stallworth attends a rally featuring influential civil rights leader Kwame Ture. The police department is anxious about Ture's presence, fearing that it might inspire local African Americans to assert their civil rights more vigorously.

At the rally, Stallworth meets Patrice Dumas, the president of the African American student union. Their connection deepens after he drives Ture to his hotel, where they face a threatening encounter with Officer Andy Landers.

After the attack by Officer Landers, Stallworth reports the incident, but his rookie status causes the chief to dismiss his concerns. This leads to Stallworth being transferred to the intelligence division.

While scanning the newspaper in the intelligence division, Stallworth discovers an ad inviting people to join the Ku Klux Klan. Seizing this opportunity, he decides to infiltrate the organization by pretending to be a white man.

Stallworth initiates contact with the Klan's local chapter and speaks with its president, Walter Breachway. This connection helps him establish credibility within the organization as he sets out to attend their meetings.

Stallworth persuades his Jewish colleague, Flip Zimmerman, to pose as him during Klan meetings. This partnership comes to a critical point as Zimmerman must navigate interactions with various Klan members.

As Zimmerman interacts with Klan members like Felix Kendrickson and Ivanhoe, tension rises. Kendrickson begins to suspect Zimmerman's heritage, putting their undercover operation at considerable risk.

While managing his undercover operation, Stallworth starts a romantic relationship with Patrice. He keeps his police ties a secret, adding complexity to their relationship as he balances his duties and personal life.

Stallworth uncovers alarming connections between Klan members and active-duty military personnel while gathering intelligence for the Army CID. This discovery highlights the depth of the threat posed by the Klan.

The dangerous nature of their mission escalates when Felix Kendrickson shows up at Stallworth's home. Thanks to Zimmerman's quick thinking and improvisation, they narrowly avoid a potentially violent confrontation.

During the initiation ceremony for the Klan, Stallworth is unexpectedly assigned to protect David Duke, the Grand Wizard. His intensity and conflict arise as the stakes of their undercover operation heighten.

Once Stallworth learns about a bomb threat targeting Patrice, he acts swiftly to alert law enforcement. The operation unfolds chaotically, ultimately leading to devastating consequences for the Klan members.

As the operation concludes, Stallworth reveals his identity to David Duke, marking a victorious moment for him and his team. In the film's poignant ending, Stallworth and Patrice reflect on their future, interrupted by the haunting sight of a flaming cross, underscoring the ongoing battle against racism.