Snitch

John Matthews learns from his ex-wife, Sylvie, that their son, Jason, is facing serious narcotics distribution charges. Despite Jason's innocence, he has been caught in a sting operation set up by a friend, leaving John filled with guilt and desperation.

Determined to save his son, John meets with US Attorney Joanne Keeghan, who is deeply involved in an anti-drug campaign. Although she is reluctant, she agrees to consider lightening Jason's sentence if John can gather information on a drug dealer.

In his search for a way to help Jason, John learns that one of his employees, Daniel James, has a troubled history with drug distribution convictions. Despite his past, Daniel is trying to lead a lawful life for his family's sake.

Desperate to find a way to save his son, John offers Daniel $20,000 to introduce him to a drug dealer. Daniel initially hesitates but eventually agrees, motivated by his own family's needs, unaware of John's true intentions.

John and Daniel meet Malik, a dangerous local drug dealer who agrees to a partnership involving drug transportation. This risky liaison requires John and Daniel to undertake their first shipment personally, intertwining their fates with the drug world.

As tensions rise, John coordinates his risky operation with attorney Keeghan, who promises a one-year reduction in Jason's sentence in exchange for arresting Malik. John conducts wiretaps to gather necessary evidence during the deal.

While on his way to pick up the drugs, John is ambushed by a rival gang. Displaying quick thinking and skill, he manages to evade capture, unexpectedly gaining respect from cartel kingpin Juan Carlos 'El Topo' Pintera.

After successfully delivering the drugs under surveillance, Malik hints at connections with larger cartel figures, complicating John's arrangement with Keeghan. This revelation stirs John's concerns about the escalating risks.

As the pressure mounts, Daniel discovers John's deception and fears for their lives should the cartel find out they are working as informants. Foreseeing dangers, they decide to hide their families to protect them.

During an alarming meeting with Juan Carlos, John is tasked with transporting $100 million in drug profits. Shocked but resolute, John communicates this to Keeghan and Cooper, revealing the stakes have dramatically increased.

Cooper, initially enthusiastic about the operation, warns John about potential hazards and hints at a looming trap. This unexpected caution adds a layer of tension as John prepares for the imminent danger.

Realizing the precarious situation, John devises a daring escape plan for himself and Daniel. As they plot their next move, they both understand the life-and-death seriousness of their involvement with the cartel.

In a tense showdown, John manages to track down Juan Carlos using the kingpin's phone. This climactic moment culminates in a confrontation that tests their resolve as they face the brutal forces of the cartel.

Cooper's team successfully apprehends Juan Carlos, influenced by the presence of his son during the arrest. This pivotal moment illustrates the personal stakes involved in their criminal operations.

Following Jason's release from prison, John's family is placed into witness protection. The film concludes with a reflection on the legal system’s treatment of first-time offenders, leaving the audience to ponder the complexities of justice in the drug war.