In the heart of Washington D.C., a brilliant and ruthless criminal mastermind kidnaps a senator's daughter from an exclusive private school. The kidnapper, who is also a teacher at the school, has planned every move with precision, seeking not just ransom but also recognition as a criminal genius. The case falls into the hands of retired detective and psychologist Alex Cross, who is lured back into action by the kidnapper's cunning taunts. Teamed up with Jezzie Flannigan, an ambitious Secret Service agent assigned to protect the missing girl, Alex follows a twisted trail of clues that leads them on a harrowing adventure through the city's underbelly. As they race against time to rescue the captive victim and foil the culprit's grand plan, Alex must confront his own demons as well as face off against one of his most formidable opponents yet. With each step closer to solving this high-stakes crime puzzle comes greater danger that tests both their skills - can they outwit this diabolical mastermind before it's too late?

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Along Came a Spider was released in theaters on April 6, 2001.