Armed is a 2018 action-thriller film directed by Mario Van Peebles and written by Mario Van Peebles and Alan Wenkus. The movie follows a former U.S. Marshal named Chief (played by Mario Van Peebles) who is haunted by the death of his wife and daughter. Chief now spends his days working at a liquor store and struggling to keep himself together.
One day, Chief learns that all of his former unit's survivors are experiencing strange and terrifying symptoms simultaneously. These symptoms include vivid nightmares, hallucinations, and intense physical pain. As Chief investigates further, he suspects that a larger conspiracy is at hand.
Chief must confront his own demons and team up with his former unit to uncover the truth behind these mysterious symptoms. Along the way, they encounter dangerous adversaries and face incredible odds as they dive deeper into the conspiracy.
Armed features an ensemble cast that includes Ryan Guzman, Columbus Short, Jemma Dallender, Laz Alonso, and William Fichtner. The movie received mixed reviews upon its release, with critics praising the action and performances but criticizing the plot and pacing. Despite this, the film remains an entertaining and intense action-thriller with a unique twist.
