Activist Abdur-Rahman Muhammad begins his own investigation into the perplexing details surrounding the assassination of civil rights leader Malcolm X.

As Elijah Muhammad's organization rises, tensions between Nation of Islam members and Malcolm X surface. Abdur-Rahman looks for the assassins' names.

Fearing a radical revolution, the authorities increase surveillance of Malcolm X amid rifts and retaliation. A boxing champion joins the Nation.

Malcolm X cuts ties with the NOI and takes aim at Elijah Muhammad's reputation. Abdur-Rahman closes in on Malcolm X's alleged chief assassin.

Abdur-Rahman pursues a controversial figure in Newark and examines the dangerous conditions involving police that ultimately led to Malcolm X's death.

Time snatches away an opportunity. Abdur-Rahman uncovers more shocking details, and decades later, Malcolm X's death continues to impact generations.