
Lincoln Rhyme, portrayed by Denzel Washington, was once the New York City Police Department's premier homicide detective and a world-renowned expert in criminal forensics. His unparalleled skills and sharp intellect made him the go-to person for solving the most complex cases. However, a devastating injury left him paralyzed from the neck down, forcing him into a life of seclusion filled with depression and self-doubt, seemingly ending his career in law enforcement.
Despite his physical limitations, Rhyme is drawn back into the fray when a particularly gruesome murder in Manhattan stumps the police department. Recognizing the intricacies of the case and the cryptic clues left behind by the perpetrator, the detectives turn to Rhyme for his unique expertise. Enter Amelia Donaghy, played by Angelina Jolie, a resourceful and quick-witted rookie cop whose sharp instincts preserved the crucial crime scene. She becomes Rhyme's eyes and ears on the ground, serving as his capable and reluctant partner in unraveling the mystery.
Together, Rhyme and Amelia form an unlikely but formidable duo, combining his forensic genius with her street smarts and courage. They navigate the dark underbelly of Manhattan, piecing together a trail of chilling evidence left by a grisly serial killer. As the tension mounts, their partnership deepens, balancing Rhyme's experience and Amelia's fresh perspective, all in a tense race against time to stop the killer before more lives are lost.