Lionsgate has released the trailer for the upcoming action-crime thriller 1992, starring Tyrese Gibson with production by Snoop Dogg.
Set against the backdrop of the 1992 Los Angeles riots sparked by the Rodney King verdict, 1992 follows Gibson’s character, Mercer, as he navigates personal redemption and family reconciliation amidst the city’s upheaval.
Gibson’s character finds himself entangled with a father-son duo, played by Ray Liotta and Scott Eastwood, embroiled in a daring scheme to steal catalytic converters.
This film also serves as Ray Liotta’s final film appearance and the film is dedicated to his memory.
In his own statement, Gibson paid respects to his legendary co-star. “Ray Liotta blessed all of us in life while doing this film,” the Fast & Furious alum said. “For 1992 to be Ray’s last offering, we all feel so fortunate to have captured such a masterful and chilling performance.”
Snoop Dogg, serving as executive producer through Death Row Pictures, expressed his personal connection to the project, stating, “1992 was a life-changing time for me… This movie is about an L.A. moment. Ariel made an outstanding film that depicts this moment in time.”
Reflecting on his collaboration with Tyrese Gibson, whom he previously worked with in ‘Baby Boy,’ Snoop Dogg emphasized the film’s significance in capturing the essence of Los Angeles culture in the ’90s.
1992 hits theaters August 30.