Spiral

The movie opens in a vibrant and lively street festival, setting an upbeat atmosphere. Detective Marv Boswick enjoys his day among the crowds, unaware of the impending chaos that will soon unfold.

During the festivities, a cunning thief snatches Boswick's belongings, disrupting the joyous occasion. Boswick immediately pursues the thief through the crowded streets, determined to regain what was stolen.

The intense chase leads Boswick into the depths of the city's sewer system, where the thrill turns to danger. This dark and claustrophobic environment sets the stage for an unexpected confrontation.

In a brutal showdown beneath the city, Boswick faces off against the thief. The confrontation escalates violently, culminating in Boswick being knocked unconscious and left on the cold, damp ground.

Boswick awakens to find himself bound to a stool by razor wire, with his tongue trapped in a gruesome device. A chilling video message from an unknown sender, reminiscent of the Jigsaw killer, begins to play.

The horrifying message accuses Boswick of manipulating justice and gives him a dire choice: tear out his own tongue or face an incoming subway train. The stakes are painfully clear as the countdown begins.

Boswick's desperate struggles to escape are futile as the train barrels toward him. This moment seals his fate, abruptly ending his life and with it, the pursuit of justice he once believed in.

The narrative shifts to Zeke Banks, an undercover officer amid a chaotic robbery. His return to detective work is marred by the realization that his cover has been blown, jeopardizing his safety.

Banks is assigned to work with rookie cop William Schenk, leading to a challenging dynamic due to past grievances with the police department. Together, they begin a tumultuous journey through investigation.

Banks receives a cryptic package containing a USB drive and a pig marionette dressed as a police officer. The message reveals a twisted mission of murder aimed at reforming the police through horrific means.

The police department is thrown into turmoil as they discover Boswick's severed tongue and badge at the courthouse, an indication that the killer has directly targeted their own. Panic ensues among the officers.

Banks pays a visit to Boswick’s grieving widow, showing the personal betrayal and the collateral damage of the investigation. The tension rises when he also faces an explosive argument with his ex-wife at the funeral.

Flashbacks reveal Banks' past, highlighting his testimony against corrupt officer Pete, which has embittered his relationship with his father, Marcus. This complex history continues to influence his present choices.

As the investigation deepens, annotations and evidence point to Fitch becoming ensnared in the Jigsaw killer's game. The precinct grapples with profound questions of morality and justice amid the rising tension.

In the gripping climax, Banks discovers Schenk's true intentions and his role as the orchestrator of the deadly game. A heart-wrenching choice presents itself, forcing Banks to choose between saving his father or stopping the madness as the police close in.