After being released from prison, Frank White, a former drug lord, vows to seize control of New York City's criminal underworld once again. Intent on using his power for a greater good, White aims to redistribute his ill-gotten wealth to the city's poor and needy, especially focusing on the funding of a hospital. His vision sharply contrasts with his violent methods, as he and his loyal crew embark on a ruthless campaign to eliminate their rivals. This endeavor sets the stage for an intense power struggle within the city's shadows, marked by betrayal, loyalty, and ambition.

Meanwhile, a group of dedicated and hard-nosed police officers, led by an intensely moral detective, becomes determined to bring down White and his empire. The cops find themselves entangled in a moral quagmire, questioning the boundaries of justice and the law in their quest to stop White's rapid ascent to power. As the line between right and wrong blurs, the city becomes a battleground where the ideals of good and evil are deeply challenged, setting off a fierce conflict that threatens to consume everyone involved.