Frankie McGuire, one of the IRA's deadliest assassins, draws an American family into the crossfire of terrorism. But when he is sent to the U.S. to buy weapons, Frankie is housed with the family of Tom O'Meara, a New York cop who knows nothing about Frankie's real identity. Their surprising friendship, and Tom's growing suspicions, forces Frankie to choose between the promise of peace or a lifetime of murder.
A charismatic Irish Republican Army guerrilla fighter, living in New York under an assumed identity, finds his life complicated when a police officer begins investigating a murder that has ties to his past. As the officer gets closer to uncovering the truth, the fighter must protect his secret and confront the violent legacy he thought he had left behind. The situation escalates when he becomes involved with a woman who is unaware of his true identity, further endangering everyone around him.
Despite a high-profile cast and an intriguing premise, 'The Devil's Own' received a lukewarm reception from critics and audiences alike. The film was hampered by a troubled production and frequent script rewrites, leading to a disjointed narrative and underdeveloped characters. While some performances were praised, the overall consensus was that the movie failed to live up to its potential.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a disappointment, with many criticizing the predictable plot and the unconvincing storyline. Some viewers appreciated the acting, but the overall sentiment was that the movie was forgettable and did not live up to the stars' previous work.
The film famously underwent significant script changes and reshoots during production, with director Alan J. Pakula reportedly clashing with the studio over creative control.
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