#FreeRayshawn
Iraq war veteran Rayshawn takes shelter in his apartment building after being set up by New Orleans police on a drug deal. Amid a police standoff and growing media frenzy, a sympathetic cop tries to convince him to surrender.
Cast
Stephan James
Rayshawn
Laurence Fishburne
Steven Poincy
Jasmine Cephas Jones
Tyisha
Skeet Ulrich
Sgt. Mike Trout
Annabeth Gish
Detective Lincoln
Seasons
E1What Are You Doing Here?
Apr 13, 2020
With New Orleans PD in hot pursuit, Rayshawn Morris barricades himself inside his apartment and prepares for a shoot out. Moments later, Officer Steven Poincy finds himself face to face with Rayshawn and his family as they attempt to escape.
E2Clear the Building
Apr 13, 2020
Rayshawn takes to social media and live streams what is happening inside and outside his building.
E3Get Away From the Windows
Apr 13, 2020
Protestors assemble at the scene in response to the gunfire and Rayshawn’s social media posts as Steven and Officer Trout get in a heated argument.
E4Put the Brother on the Phone
Apr 14, 2020
Trout makes contact with Rayshawn via cell phone, but Rayshawn refuses to talk to anyone but Steven.
E5Face to Face
Apr 15, 2020
In person, Rayshawn and Steven begin finding common ground, until the meeting reveals itself to be a trap by Trout.
E6It's Ok to Be Scared
Apr 16, 2020
Following a tense standoff, Rayshawn attempts to console Tyisha and Ray Jr. Meanwhile, Trout briefs SWAT Commander Alvarez and Hostage Negotiator Lincoln on the day’s events.
E7I'm Not a Negotiator
Apr 17, 2020
Tyisha confronts Rayshawn and demands an explanation for why police are after him. Inside SWAT Mobile Command, Steven makes contact with Rayshawn.
E8No Way Back
Apr 20, 2020
SWAT cuts the power in Rayshawn's apartment. Via FaceTime, Rayshawn gives his testimony to a local news reporter, emphasizing that NOPD is trying to kill him and his family.
E9They All Want Me Dead, Don't They?
Apr 21, 2020
The clock accelerates as SWAT prepares a raid on Rayshawn’s apartment. Taking Lincoln’s advice, Steven attempts to convince Rayshawn to surrender on his family’s behalf.
E10He's Telling the Truth
Apr 22, 2020
Video evidence suggests that NOPD illegally entrapped Rayshawn, but SWAT and the District Attorney remain unconvinced.
E11Black or Blue
Apr 23, 2020
Steven desperately attempts to convince Rayshawn to leave the apartment with his family, but Rayshawn cannot trust the other police officers to spare his life.
E12Fire in the Hole
Apr 24, 2020
A gunfight ensues and the protestors outside react. Rayshawn agrees to surrender as Steven and Lincoln convince SWAT to temporarily stand down while they get Rayshawn and his family out safely.
E13It’s Time to Go
Apr 27, 2020
Rayshawn knows this could be the last time he sees his family as a free man. Outside, Steven prepares to escort them all to safety.
E14It’s Your Lucky Day, Marine
Apr 28, 2020
A flashback of the initial drug deal shows the truth of what happened. Rayshawn’s last second decision may cause him to pay the ultimate price.
E15He Just Wanted to Be Heard
Apr 29, 2020
Steven’s despair turns into rage as he takes his anger out on Trout and NOPD as SWAT escorts Tyisha and Ray Jr. away from the scene.
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Storyline
Iraq war veteran Rayshawn takes shelter in his apartment building after being set up by New Orleans police on a drug deal. Amid a police standoff and growing media frenzy, a sympathetic cop tries to convince him to surrender.
