The Enemy Within (1994 film)

The Enemy Within is a 1994 American made-for-television thriller film directed by Jonathan Darby and starring Forest Whitaker, Sam Waterston, Dana Delany, and Jason Robards.

The film revolves around Colonel MacKenzie Case (Forest Whitaker), a decorated Gulf War veteran haunted by a past incident. He is brought in to investigate a possible cover-up related to the accidental friendly fire death of a young soldier, allegedly orchestrated by Colonel Howard Toliver (Sam Waterston), a respected and politically ambitious officer.

As Case digs deeper, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit within the military establishment, facing resistance and threats from powerful figures determined to protect their reputations. The investigation forces Case to confront his own demons and question his loyalty, ultimately leading to a courtroom showdown where the truth is revealed. The film explores themes of military corruption, honor, and the personal cost of war. It is not related to several other works with the same or similar titles.