The Devil You Know

Marcus Cowans is a former prisoner attempting to rebuild his life with the assistance of his family. His efforts are complicated when he finds evidence suggesting a brother was involved in a violent crime. As Marcus struggles with the tension between familial loyalty and morality, his relatives grow increasingly disillusioned with the legal system. Together, they become the focus of an investigation led by a cynical, experienced detective.

Directed and written by Charles Murray, this crime drama was released in 2022 and stands as the first of two films he has directed. The movie stars Omar Epps in the lead role, supported by a cast that includes William Catlett, Glynn Turman, Curtiss Cook, Vanessa Bell Calloway, and Erica Tazel.

The film has received a mixed response from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 5.4/10 based on 1,400 votes, while it has a higher score of 6.7/10 on TMDB from 43 votes.