Gone Baby Gone

In Dorchester, Boston, Helene McCready launches a emotional televised appeal for her four-year-old daughter, Amanda, who has been abducted. This desperate plea captures the attention of private investigator Patrick Kenzie and his girlfriend, Angie Gennaro, compelling them to get involved in the case.

Amanda's aunt, Beatrice 'Bea' McCready, seeks the help of Patrick and Angie to locate her missing niece. Despite initial hesitance, they are drawn into the family's plight, especially after learning about Helene's troubling lifestyle and her frequent bar visits.

Patrick and Angie uncover that Helene is deeply involved in drugs, frequently visiting bars and using cocaine. This revelation sheds light on the conditions surrounding Amanda's disappearance and raises the stakes of their involvement in the case.

Patrick dives deeper into Helene's world and discovers her boyfriend Ray’s connections with a dangerous Haitian drug lord known as Cheese. He learns that they recently stole a significant amount of money from Cheese, putting both them and the child in serious danger.

Chaos erupts when Patrick discovers Ray has been murdered by Cheese's enforcers. This development prompts Patrick to collaborate with police detectives Remy Bressant and Nick Poole to formulate a plan to recover Amanda, whom they suspect Cheese has taken hostage.

In a moment of vulnerability, Helene reveals to Patrick that she buried the stolen money in her backyard. This information becomes critical as they try to negotiate for Amanda's safe return amidst the brewing dangers they face.

Patrick attempts to broker a deal with Cheese, offering to retrieve the stolen money in exchange for Amanda’s release. However, Cheese adamantly denies any involvement in the abduction, increasing the tension and stakes for Patrick and his team.

A critical turning point occurs when Captain Jack Doyle provides information suggesting an exchange at a quarry. However, the plan devolves into chaos as a gunfight breaks out during the rescue attempt, resulting in Cheese's death and a tragic belief that Amanda has drowned.

The fallout from the quarry incident leads to a public outcry when Amanda's doll is found, heightening the tension that results in Captain Doyle’s early retirement from the police force. The case leaves Patrick grappling with the emotional aftermath and the loss of Nick.

Two months after the tragic events at the quarry, a similar abduction emerges in Everett that pulls Patrick back into a dark realm of conspiracy. As he investigates, he uncovers connections to a known child molester, leading to an urgent rescue mission.

During a harrowing late-night rescue, chaos ensues when gunfire erupts, resulting in multiple casualties, including the fatal wounding of Nick. This harrowing experience forces Patrick to confront the grim realities of his investigation.

Patrick uncovers a shocking truth that both Remy and Captain Doyle were complicit in staging the kidnapping to reclaim the drug money. This betrayal adds layers of complexity to his moral dilemma as he evaluates trust within the police force.

In a tense bar confrontation, Patrick confronts Lionel about the conspiracy, who reveals a deadly plan that led to the disastrous events at the quarry. This encounter heightens Patrick's resolve as he seeks the truth.

In a tense showdown at Doyle's home, Patrick discovers that Amanda is alive yet stuck in a morally complicated situation. Doyle argues that Amanda would be better off without her neglectful mother, pressing Patrick to make a life-altering decision.

Faced with the moral complexities and his promise to Helene, Patrick decides to call the authorities to ensure Amanda's safety. This decision marks a pivotal moment, highlighting the weight of his choices amidst the chaos that has enveloped their lives.

In the poignant aftermath of the tumultuous events, Patrick visits Helene, only to find her in neglect once again. As they share a conversation about Amanda, Patrick learns of the child's new name for her doll, Anabelle, emphasizing Helene's continued inattentiveness.