City Heat

In Kansas City, 1933, we are introduced to Leon Coll, the most feared crime boss in the city. His reign is challenged by rival Primo Pitt, setting the stage for a fierce power struggle within organized crime.

Police Lieutenant Speer encounters his former partner, now a private investigator, Mike Murphy, at a café. Their reunion quickly descends into a brawl with troublesome thugs, igniting Speer's curiosity about Murphy's dubious activities.

The next day, Murphy's secretary Addy informs him that the thugs they fought weren't just ordinary troublemakers; they were repo agents with dubious motives. This revelation adds a new layer of complexity to their investigations.

Murphy's partner Dehl Swift shows up flaunting newfound wealth, raising suspicions about how he acquired it. As Dehl's actions become increasingly questionable, Murphy grows wary of his partner's integrity.

At a nightclub where his girlfriend Ginny performs, Dehl pays $25,000 to Coll's corrupt bookkeeper as part of a deal with Primo Pitt. This transaction marks the beginning of a treacherous web of deceit between the crime factions.

During a boxing match on a date with Addy, Speer sees Dehl meeting with Coll, who has just been warned about a betrayal by his bookkeeper. This sparks Speer’s concern for the rising chaos surrounding his friend.

After following Dehl back to his place, Speer discovers that Ginny has been captured by Pitt's men. In an attempt to save her, Dehl tragically loses his life during the confrontation.

Murphy is confronted by Coll's men demanding the return of stolen financial documents, while Pitt further escalates the tension by revealing he has taken Murphy's girlfriend Caroline hostage.

As Speer investigates further, he finds that the bullet from Dehl’s corpse matches one from Pitt's gun. This crucial evidence pushes him to locate Ginny, who could be pivotal in the investigation.

In a crucial meeting, Ginny attempts to disclose the location of Dehl's hidden financial papers but tragically meets with an accident. This event casts a shadow on the investigation and increases the urgency for justice.

In a race against time, Murphy devises a plan to rescue Caroline, but chaos erupts during an intense showdown between Coll's and Pitt's men. The stakes heighten as both sides prepare for conflict.

In a climactic battle, Speer joins forces with Murphy to confront Pitt and negotiate for Caroline's release. The situation escalates quickly as gunfire rattles, and explosives come into play.

Following a lead, Speer and Murphy storm a brothel to rescue Caroline, facing off against Pitt's men in a fierce confrontation. They manage to save Caroline but not without further complications arising.

In a dramatic twist, Murphy hands over the stolen documents to Coll during their escape, leading to an explosive climax as Coll's vehicle meets its demise. This moment marks a turning point in the conflict.

In the aftermath of the violent confrontations, Ginny performs on stage once more, while Murphy and Caroline celebrate their reunion. However, unresolved rivalries hint at future conflicts as old tensions linger beneath the surface.