An action drama centering on the media circus, 15 Minutes focuses on a New York homicide detective named Eddie Flemming ( Robert De Niro ), a famous figure known for his heroic on-the-job manner. A tabloid news anchor ( Kelsey Grammer ) attempts to get the scoop on Flemming's latest beat when a pair of Eastern European criminals ( Karel Roden and Oleg Taktarov ) find a way to manipulate the media by filming their exploits, which they believe they can sell to bloodthirsty journalists and make themselves rich. In the wake of a double murder, Flemming teams up with Jordy Warsaw ( Edward Burns ), an arson investigator assigned to help locate the murderous pair. Meanwhile, Flemming must contend with his news reporter girlfriend Nicolette ( Melina Kanakaredes ) as he and Jordy find themselves enveloped in a lurid series of events that threatens to jeopardize their safety. Kim Cattrall , Avery Brooks , and Vera Farmiga are also featured in the cast. — Jason Clark