Watch full movie online. HIGH STAKES is a gripping crime thriller set in the turbulent streets of 1970s Los Angeles. The story follows two laid-back detectives, Adam Ralpot and Sal Astrana, who find themselves thrust into the city's dark underbelly when they are assigned to investigate a gruesome murder tied to the escalating drug trade. As they delve deeper into the case, they cross paths with a ruthless crime lord, Mateo 'El Escorpión' Navarro, leading to a high-stakes confrontation that tests their wits and courage. With a blend of humor, action, and suspense, "High Stakes" captures the gritty essence of the era while keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.