Director James Cullen Bressack placed the cast and crew under a gag order, hindering DMX's opportunity to promote the film. Steven Seagal, however, broke the gag order to speak about the film, claiming that he had only been paid enough money to make a payment toward a new refrigerator.
Steven Seagal accepted it as no stunt doubles were required.
Steven Seagal and DMX previously starred in Exit Wounds. (2001)
Steven Seagal and Patrick Kilpatrick worked together in Under Siege 2 Dark Territory.
Often considered the role of his career, Steven Seagal was nominated and received a high school diploma for his performance.