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City Of Lies

What is city of lies?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Title City of Lies[1]
Type crime thriller film[1]
Year 2018[1]
Director Brad Furman[1]
Based on LAbyrinth by Randall Sullivan[1]

City of Lies is a 2018 crime thriller film about the LAPD investigation into the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. Directed by Brad Furman, it is based on Randall Sullivan's nonfiction book LAbyrinth.

Context

City of Lies is a 2018 crime thriller film directed by Brad Furman, based on Randall Sullivan's nonfiction book Labyrinth. The film dramatizes the LAPD investigation into the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G., focusing on detective Russell Poole and reporter Jack Jackson. The case is portrayed as unresolved after two decades. The film had a limited theatrical release on March 19, 2021, followed by digital release on April 9, 2021 [4].

Documented claims

  • The film focuses on the LAPD case around the murders of Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G. [1]
  • The story follows detective Russell Poole and reporter Jack Jackson as they investigate the case. [3]
  • The investigation is portrayed as remaining open after two decades. [2]
  • The film was released in theaters on March 19, 2021, and on VOD/digital on April 9, 2021. [4]

Related

True LiesBada ar filmer med 'lies' i titeln som utspelar sig i en underhallningskontext.What Lies BeneathBada ar filmer med 'lies' i titeln som handlar om dolda sanningar.

Questions and answers

Is City of Lies a true story?

Yes, City of Lies is based on real events, specifically the LAPD investigation into the murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G., as detailed in Randall Sullivan's book LAbyrinth [1].

Is City of Lies worth watching?

City of Lies offers a gripping look at a notorious unsolved case, with strong performances and a tense narrative. It's a worthwhile watch for true crime fans [2].

Why was City of Lies cancelled?

City of Lies was not cancelled; it was released in theaters on March 19, 2021, and on digital platforms on April 9, 2021 [4].

Sources

  1. City of Lies (2018) — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. 'City of Lies' review: Stale saga of Tupac, Biggie and the ... — latimes.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Watch City of Lies Streaming Online on Philo (Free Trial) — philo.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. City of Lies — rottentomatoes.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Entertainment