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CM Punk Stars in Chilling Horror 'Night Patrol' Premiere

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

"Night Patrol," a horror film starring CM Punk, will hit theaters on January 16, 2026.
Directed by Ryan Prows, it premieres on September 19 at Fantastic Fest and screens at Beyond Fest on September 28.
The film explores an LAPD officer uncovering a local police task force's dangerous secret.
The cast features Jermaine Fowler, Justin Long, RJ Cyler, Freddie Gibbs, YG, Flying Lotus, and Dermot Mulroney.
It has a runtime of 104 minutes, with a script co-written by Prows, Shaye Ogbonna, Tim Cairo, and Jake Gibson.

History

Historical Context

The 1991 Rodney King incident exposed systemic issues within the Los Angeles Police Department, sparking public outcry and calls for reform. This scrutiny led to increased oversight of law enforcement practices. The film "Night Patrol," released in 1984, reflects ongoing tensions in policing, portraying an officer uncovering dangerous secrets within a police task force, echoing historical challenges of accountability in law enforcement.

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Story summary

"Night Patrol," a horror film starring CM Punk, will hit theaters on January 16, 2026.
Directed by Ryan Prows, it premieres on September 19 at Fantastic Fest and screens at Beyond Fest on September 28.
The film explores an LAPD officer uncovering a local police task force's dangerous secret.
The cast features Jermaine Fowler, Justin Long, RJ Cyler, Freddie Gibbs, YG, Flying Lotus, and Dermot Mulroney.
It has a runtime of 104 minutes, with a script co-written by Prows, Shaye Ogbonna, Tim Cairo, and Jake Gibson.

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