Jon Peregrine (Jason Donovan) is a forensic accountant, who takes his job seriously. So when his brother-in-law commits suicide as the result of an involvement in a share rort, Peregrine is determined to unocver and expose the criminals.

When Peregrine's ex-wife Cynthia (Anita Hegh) hires him to find a missing mafia boss, he realises that the financial scandal goes much deeper than a share rort and involves the laundering of drug money from Thailand.

Peregrine will not rest until he figures out what has happened - and dealt with those responsible.

Loot is a fast-paced financial thriller, with a little humour, a little romance and loads of action. There are creditable performances from Donovan and Hegh, and support from other familiar faces including Barry Otto and Mark Mitchell.

It should be noted that this was made (and shown) as a telemovie, and as such leaves the viewer wondering if there is meant to be more. Perhaps this was meant as a pilot for a new series which has yet to eventuate. Despite this, it is satisfying and a quality piece.

Loot ABC Video, 2004