#FreeRayshawn

A black military veteran finds himself in a showdown with a New Orleans SWAT team and tries to talk his way out of the situation with the help of a sympathetic officer.

2020 HD 10min TV-MA United States English

Marc Maurino Laurence Fishburne Jasmine Cephas Jones Stephan James Skeet Ulrich Annabeth Gish

Action Crime

S1E1 - What Are You Doing Here? 2020-04-13

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.

S1E2 - Clear the Building 2020-04-13

Rayshawn takes to social media and live streams what is happening inside and outside his building.

S1E3 - Get Away From the Windows 2020-04-13

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.

S1E4 - Put the Brother on the Phone 2020-04-14

Trout makes contact with Rayshawn via cell phone, but Rayshawn refuses to talk to anyone but Steven.

S1E5 - Face to Face 2020-04-15

In person, Rayshawn and Steven begin finding common ground, until the meeting reveals itself to be a trap by Trout.

S1E6 - It's Ok to Be Scared 2020-04-16

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.

S1E7 - I'm Not a Negotiator 2020-04-17

Tyisha confronts Rayshawn and demands an explanation for why police are after him. Inside SWAT Mobile Command, Steven makes contact with Rayshawn.

S1E8 - No Way Back 2020-04-20

SWAT cuts the power in Rayshawns apartment. Via FaceTime, Rayshawn gives his testimony to a local news reporter, emphasizing that NOPD is trying to kill him and his family.

S1E9 - They All Want Me Dead, Don't They? 2020-04-21

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.

S1E10 - He's Telling the Truth 2020-04-22

Video evidence suggests that NOPD illegally entrapped Rayshawn, but SWAT and the District Attorney remain unconvinced.

S1E11 - Black or Blue 2020-04-23

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.

S1E12 - Fire in the Hole 2020-04-24

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.

S1E13 - It’s Time to Go 2020-04-27

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.

S1E14 - It’s Your Lucky Day, Marine 2020-04-28

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.

S1E15 - He Just Wanted to Be Heard 2020-04-29

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.