Motives (2004): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2004, Motives is an action, thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Craig Ross Jr., running about 87 minutes. “There is only loyalty or betrayal. Nothing in between.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Motive is an edgy thriller that centers around Emery Simms, a highly educated and successful business tycoon who happens to be married to the quintessential wife Constance. Things go dangerously awry when the thrill seeking Emery engages in an adulterous fling with the wildly free-spirited and exotic Allanah. Timing couldn't be any worse when the politics of high society, shady business deals, bad press, and a violent murder collide, they threaten to destroy more than just his shaky marriage. As police probe into his situation, they uncover a labyrinth of deception, agendas and motives, where the stakes are enormous and nothing is what it seems.

Who’s in it. Motives stars Vivica A. Fox as Constance Simms, Shemar Moore as Emery Simms, Mel Jackson as Detective Morgan and Victoria Rowell as Detective Pierce, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Motives has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Motives page.

If you liked it. Fans of Motives tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.