Magnolia Pictures has unveiled the debut trailer for Plainclothes, a gripping romantic thriller that delves into the complex life of an undercover officer caught in a web of duty and forbidden attraction. The trailer introduces a young policeman, portrayed by Tom Blyth, assigned to a covert operation targeting gay men in the 1990s. As he navigates this morally fraught mission, he finds himself unexpectedly captivated by one of his targets, setting the stage for a tense and emotional narrative.
The film is slated to hit theaters on September 19, 2025.
Plainclothes boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Russell Tovey, Tom Blyth, Amy Forsyth, Christian Cooke, Maria Dizzia, John Bedford Lloyd, Gabe Fazio, Sam Asa Brownstein, and Darius Fraser. Directed and written by Carmen Emmi in his first feature film, the project promises a fresh and poignant perspective.
The official synopsis reveals: “During a tense New Year’s Eve gathering at his mother’s home, Lucas, a rookie cop, misplaces a deeply personal letter he never intended to share. As he scrambles to recover it amidst the stifling family event, the search unearths buried memories of a recent past. While working undercover in a mall restroom, Lucas was tasked with luring and arresting men. But meeting Andrew changes everything. What starts as a routine sting sparks an undeniable connection, pulling Lucas between his growing feelings and the mounting pressure to fulfill his police duties.”
