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**Jesse's first ever encounter with the Paradise.**
The second film in the Jesse Stone franchise, technically this is where the series begins, because this is a prequel and based on the first book by Robert B. Parker. We have seen in som...
Jesse Stone: Night Passage
2006Movie89 minEnglish
A prequel to "Stone Cold", the story picks up after Jesse Stone is fired from the Los Angeles Police Department. He becomes an unlikely candidate recruited by a town council to become police chief of Paradise, MA, a small fishing town on Boston's North Shore. The board hopes his failed experience will keep him from digging too deep into the town's secrets. His first assignment is to investigate the murder of his predecessor whose death may be tied to a local domestic disturbance case, with connections to money laundering and murder involving some of the town's most affluent names as possible suspects.
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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Robert Harmon•Genres: Mystery, Crime, Drama, Thriller
Plot Summary
In this prequel to the Jesse Stone film series, Police Chief Jesse Stone is still adjusting to his new life in the quiet town of Paradise, Massachusetts. While dealing with personal demons stemming from his failed marriage and a drinking problem, Jesse is drawn into a complex investigation involving the murder of a young woman. As he delves deeper, he uncovers dark secrets and finds himself confronting a dangerous killer hiding in plain sight.
Critical Reception
Jesse Stone: Night Passage was generally well-received by critics and audiences, serving as a solid introduction to the character and his troubled past. Reviewers often praised Tom Selleck's performance as the weary but determined detective, noting his ability to convey Stone's inner turmoil. The film was appreciated for its moody atmosphere and classic detective story elements, though some critics found the pacing to be deliberate.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Tom Selleck's nuanced portrayal of a flawed detective.
- Appreciated for its atmospheric mystery and compelling plot.
- Seen as a strong setup for the subsequent films in the series.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this made-for-television film, general audience reactions indicate appreciation for the character development and the engaging mystery at its core.
Fun Fact
This film serves as a prequel to the subsequent Jesse Stone movies, establishing the character's backstory and his initial arrival in Paradise.
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