Modus Operandi (2010): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2010, Modus Operandi is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Frankie Latina, running about 80 minutes. “A film that could only be made in Milwaukee, where life is CHEAP!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two briefcases with mysterious contents are stolen from top Presidential candidate Squire Parks, setting off a deadly series of double-crosses and betrayals. Desperate warring factions of subterranean organizations will stop at nothing to gain possession of the sensitive material. A covert branch of the CIA calls on notorious Black Ops agent Stanley Cashay, who has been barely existing in a semi-comatose twilight since the murder of his wife. Cashay is offered the identity of his wife’s killer in exchange for locating and returning the cases.

Who’s in it. Modus Operandi stars Randy Russell as Stanley Cashay, Danny Trejo as Director Holiday, Mark Borchardt as Dallas Deacon and Michael Sottile as Squire Parks, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Modus Operandi has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Modus Operandi page.

If you liked it. Fans of Modus Operandi 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.