The story centers on Miami-Dade narcotics officers still reeling from the death of their captain, who unexpectedly discover $20 million hidden in a stash house. As word of the find leaks, suspicion and tension creep in, making it increasingly hard for the team to know who to rely on. Bound by strict protocol to remain on-site while counting the money, they are forced into a high-stakes test of loyalty, morality and the fine line between duty and temptation.
Adding another layer of intrigue, The Rip is inspired by a real-life drug bust. In 2016, Miami-Dade County Sheriff Chris Casiano and his narcotics squad raided a Miami Lakes residence and discovered $24 million hidden inside. One key difference between real life and the movie: the film’s corrupt cop character is entirely fictional.