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This spy thriller pits veteran-turned-artist, Daniel Cliff, against US intelligence, and secrets from his past lead to hellish journey of lies, betrayal, and government retribution.
Top billed cast
Louise GriffithsMonica Davenport
Adam J. HarringtonDaniel Cliff
Clark JohnsonRobert Cochran
Pej VahdatSean Dabashi
Norm LewisCharlie Lutwidge
Dustin IngramPrivate Sattler
Angela AlvaradoInterrogator Garcia
Abanoob TeddawisMika
Ryan AhernOfficer Kelly
Toy LeiOfficer Guo
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