Clean Hands

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Clean Hands

Oct 2026

1h 48m

Crime

Drama

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Based on an unbelievable true story, Sergeant Kevin Simmers (Zach Braff) leads a taskforce waging war on drugs in Hagerstown, Maryland, a major stop on the "Heroin Highway." At home, he's a desperate father grappling with his 19-year-old daughter Brooke's (Esther McGregor) escalating addiction from pain meds to heroin. As Kevin is forced to confront the failures of the system he dedicated his life to defending, together father and daughter fight for recovery, redemption, and hope.

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Todd Gilchrist

Variety

6 days ago

Allyn is entirely too interested in Simmers’ police work, meaning high-pitched chases and strong-arm interrogations, to strike the right balance between his day job and his earnest efforts to help his daughter.

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Joel Copling

Spectrum Culture

9 hrs ago

Clean Hands is a well-meaning and generally well-performed domestic drama, but it sometimes tips too far in the direction of a crime thriller of sorts, betraying its central story in a myriad of different ways.

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Josh Bell

Crooked Marquee

15 hrs ago

C

As a feature-length PSA for Brooke's House, the drug treatment center started by former police officer Kevin Simmers in memory of his daughter Brooke, Clean Hands is well-intentioned, but as drama it's a dreary slog.

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Brett Arnold

At the Movies Again

4 days ago

It never grabs you. You've seen all of this before, from the addiction drama to the overcranked cop stuff.

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Christopher Lloyd

The Film Yap

4 days ago

3.5

Zach Braff and Esther McGregor shine in this gritty based-on-true drama about a narcotics cop dealing with his own daughter's addiction.

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

5 days ago

Although heavy-handed contrivances diminish the impact, this gritty true-life drama probes with conviction and compassion the grip of the opioid cycle on working-class communities.

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brendon P

@RT84990692 11 hrs ago

This film was incredible, it was a powerful depiction of addiction and the affect it has on someone and the people who love them through the addiction. Zach Braff and Esther Mcgregor both gave captivating performances. For anyone considering watching this film I would highly recommend it.

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P.C B

@RT05543920 3 days ago

Clean Hands is by far the most riveting emotional films about what addiction will do to a family and community. I am sober and clean for 7 years now and this film hit home to understand that helping people find sobriety is the only way to fight addiction and provide real solutions to homeless issues the whole western world faces!!!

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Dave O

@GT4rally 3 days ago

Probably Zach Braff's best performance.

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Hope N

@hopelovesyouall 3 days ago

this movie shows from both sides what's actually happening today. everyone should watch. especially those dealing with any kind of addiction themselves, family members, friends. its also unconsciously a warning. the fact that its a true story is the best part. acting was good in my opinion. storyline lined up perfectly. we need more of this.

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Donna K

@Dkbass 3 days ago

An incredibly powerful and thought-provoking film. Clean Hands tackles a difficult and often overlooked subject with such honesty and emotional depth. It’s raw, heartbreaking, and deeply human. In a time when so many movies feel predictable and forgettable, it’s refreshing to see a film that actually has something meaningful to say. The storytelling, performances, and message stayed with me long after it ended. Heavy, yes, but absolutely worth watching. A truly exceptional film that deserves to be seen.

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DougT D

@RT15017536 3 days ago

I almost hate how close this film hit to home. Excellent work Jake Allyn and Zach Braff. I was truly blown away.

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Synopsis

Based on an unbelievable true story, Sergeant Kevin Simmers (Zach Braff) leads a taskforce waging war on drugs in Hagerstown, Maryland, a major stop on the "Heroin Highway." At home, he's a desperate father grappling with his 19-year-old daughter Brooke's (Esther McGregor) escalating addiction from pain meds to heroin. As Kevin is forced to confront the failures of the system he dedicated his life to defending, together father and daughter fight for recovery, redemption, and hope.

Director: Jake Allyn
Producer: Jake Allyn, Brian A. Loschiavo, James Suttles, Jason Winn, JR Rappaport, Conor Allyn
Screenwriter: Jake Allyn
Distributor: Vertical
Production Co: Glasshouse Pictures, Margate House Films, WW SF Entertainment, Riverside Entertainment
Genre: Crime, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 16, 2026, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 16, 2026
Runtime: 1h 48m

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