The Squeeze (1977)

Plunged into the grimy underbelly of crime, "The Squeeze" directed by Michael Apted, spins a chilling tale of desperation and redemption. In the throes of depression and wrestling with the merciless grip of alcoholism, we meet Jim Naboth, portrayed by Stacy Keach, a washed-up Scotland Yard cop struggling to regain his footing. His life takes a dramatic turn when he's summoned by Foreman, a British security expert, portrayed by Edward Fox. Foreman's wife and daughter have been ensnared by a ruthless gang, their freedom held hostage for a million-dollar ransom. The stakes are sky-high as Foreman's wife, Jill, portrayed by Carol White, isn't just any woman - she's Jim's former spouse. Battered but far from defeated, Jim must claw his way out of his personal abyss and rally his resources to save the woman he once loved and her child. Meanwhile, Foreman, driven by desperation, decides to confront the violent kidnappers head-on. "The Squeeze" is a heart-thumping journey into the raw, treacherous world of crime and the resilience of the human spirit. Will they succeed in their daring mission against the merciless gang? Or will they pay the ultimate price? A captivating tale of suspense and redemption, "The Squeeze" keeps you on the edge from beginning to end.

The Squeeze is a crime movie featuring Stacy Keach.

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