Jesse Stone: Stone Cold (2005)
"Stone Cold" (original title)

Jesse Stone (Selleck) is a New England police chief investigating a series of murders, in an adaptation of Robert B. Parker's novel.

Director:

Robert Harmon

Writers:

John Fasano (teleplay), Michael Brandman (teleplay),

Stars:

Tom Selleck, Jane Adams, Reg Rogers

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Tom Selleck	...	Jesse Stone
Jane Adams	...	Brianna Lincoln
Reg Rogers	...	Andrew Lincoln
Viola Davis	...	Molly Crane
Alexis Dziena	...	Candace Pennington
Kohl Sudduth	...	Luther 'Suitcase' Simpson
Polly Shannon	...	Abby Taylor
Stephen McHattie	...	Captain Healy
Shawn Roberts	...	Bo Marino
Alex House	...	Kevin Feeney
Mimi Rogers	...	Rita Fiore
Vito Rezza	...	Anthony D'Angelo
Victoria Snow	...	Margaret Pennington
Ralph Small	...	Chuck Pennington
Thomas Gibson	...	Troy Drake

Storyline

In the small town of Paradise, Massachusetts, the experienced Chief of Police Jesse Stone is investigating a murder and a rape case. When a series of murders happen with the same "modus-operandi", Jesse discloses the identity of the killers. However, without the motive, proof or weapon, he has to wait for an opportunity to catch the murderers.

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Plot Keywords:

police chief | video camera | dog | gang rape | murder mystery | 

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Genres:

Crime | Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for violent content, some sexuality, nudity and brief drug use

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

20 February 2005 (USA)

Also Known As:

Jesse Stone: Stone Cold

Filming Locations:

Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Brandman Productions, TWS Productions II, Sony Pictures Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

87 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9

Did You Know?

Trivia

The character of Rita Fiore originated in the book version of Spenser: Pale Kings and Princes. In the series, Spenser: For Hire, Rita Fiore was portrayed by 'Carolyn McCormick' and later by Laila Robins in Spenser: Small Vices.

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Goofs

Close up on medical monitor for Luther 'Suitcase' Simpson shows its in 'Simulating' mode. An attempt to cover the word 'Simulating' with tape was done, yet it can still can be clearly seen.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Chief Jesse Stone: Guys been shot, Jesse.

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Connections

Followed by Jesse Stone: No Remorse (2010)

User Reviews

nice, touching, great pics

This thriller is a good evening' s entertainment. On a first glance, it is dominated by its main actor Tom Selleck, who is convincing in his role, very present in the scenes and pleasant to watch. I agree with another post here that the storyline, connecting two 'strings' of events together is questionable. On the other hand, the whole film is somehow unique and original, qualities one associates with the country side, where the movie is set.

It contains great pictures with the seaside, where the little town 'Paradise' is located. The characters involved seem authentic and just to watch and get to know them is some entertainment by itself. What is well displayed is the interplay of the innocence of the plot and yet the bruteness of the crimes. The scenes and storyline are nicely painted and evoke feelings of warmness and tenderness with the characters involved and the small American town 'Paradise'. Tom Selleck is great to watch, while finding the right balance in bringing in his undoubtedly great charisma. Together with the simple, but effective and beautiful score, all mounts to a swell thriller well worthwhile to watch.