Root of Evil
Root of Evil

Root of Evil

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A police couple's worst fears are realized when their baby is kidnapped and must fight to get her back.

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Patrick Deal

Chris Carter

Patrick Deal
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Sennia Sa'ra

Raquel Carter

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James Barbee

Don

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Michael Keim

Henchman #1

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Anthony L. Rios

Henchman #2

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William Hardin

Henchman #3

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Hassan Evans

Henchman #4

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Donny A. O'Ryan

Henchman #5

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Christian Creasy

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