Shot Caller (2017) is a crime thriller directed by Ric Roman Waugh, starring Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. The movie revolves around a successful businessman, Jacob Harlon, whose life changes drastically after a DUI conviction lands him in prison.
Once incarcerated, he is forced to adapt to the violent and ruthless world of prison gangs in order to survive. Over time, he becomes deeply entrenched in the criminal underworld, transforming into a hardened gang member nicknamed โMoney.โ
The film explores themes of loyalty, survival, and the consequences of choices made under extreme pressure. Itโs a gritty portrayal of the prison system and the impact it has on individuals, both psychologically and morally.
Coster-Waldauโs performance was highly praised, showing a stark contrast between his life before and after incarceration. The film also stars Omari Hardwick, Lake Bell, Jon Bernthal, and Jeffrey Donovan.