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Fastlane was a fast-paced action-drama television series that aired on FOX between 2002 and 2003. The show followed two undercover cops, Van Ray (Peter Facinelli) and Deaqon Hayes (Bill Bellamy), who worked for a secret Los Angeles police unit called the LAPD's Major Crimes Task Force (MCTF). The team's main objective was to take down the city's most dangerous criminals by any means necessary. Van and Deaq were tasked with infiltrating the criminal underworld, using their street smarts and skillset to take down the bad guys.

The series showcased the two protagonists as they solved various cases, each episode presented a new case to be solved using their unique methods of deception and fast-talking. They did everything ranging from robbing drug lord's limos to infiltrating fashion world parties, making the show full of twists and turns that kept the audiences glued to the screens. Alongside the duos crime-fighting efforts, the show also depicted the numerous dilemmas they faced in their personal lives, adding an extra layer of drama to the show.

Peter Facinelli played the role of Van Ray. He was the skillful but hotheaded and impulsive detective. Van was well-known for his street smarts, intelligence, quick reflexes, and a sharp memory that allowed him to piece together clues easily. Van often had conflicts with his partner, Deaq, particularly over their different approaches to their work. While Deaq preferred to follow the law, Van often opted for a more dangerous and unorthodox approach.

Bill Bellamy played the role of Deaqon Hayes, the more level-headed half of the duo. He was often the voice of reason and the one who tried to keep Van's impulsiveness in check. Deaq was the smooth talker of the duo, often using his charm to extract information and manipulate people. Despite their differences, he and Van had a strong bond based on mutual respect and friendship.

Tiffani Thiessen was Cassie Stoia, the duo's sexy and tough boss of the Major Crimes Task Force. Cassie had a dry sense of humor and was often the one who provided intel and guidance for the team. Although she didn't go out into the field as much as Van and Deaq, she was equally committed to taking down the city's most dangerous criminals.

Jay Mohr played the role of Roland Hill, an ally of the task force who often provided illegal guns and other resources to Van and Deaq. Roland had a rough past and was a former drug dealer turned arms dealer. He had a deep admiration for Van's work and would go to great lengths to help him succeed.

The rest of the cast included Mark Famiglietti as Alex, a former cop-turned-criminal who often found himself working alongside Van and Deaq when they needed his expertise, Big Boy as Aquarius, one of the duo's street informants, and Vondie Curtis-Hall as Andre Hayes, Deaq's estranged father, who was also an ex-con.

The show had a unique and edgy style, incorporating a lot of flashy, music-video-style sequences and visuals, adding to the show's overall appeal. The show's signature was its fast cars, showcasing Van's pair of supercharged cars, a Ford Shelby Cobra Mustang GT500 and a Dodge Viper GTS, which were both used in some of the show's epic car chases.

Overall, the show was a cocktail of hand-to-hand combats, thrilling car chases, and intriguing and unconventional detective techniques. The characters were engaging, and the storylines were intriguing enough to keep the audiences hooked. Its unique style still stands out, making Fastlane a memorable television show that successfully blended, crime-fighting, and high-speed car chases with original storytelling.

Fastlane is a series that ran for 1 seasons (22 episodes) between September 18, 2002 and on FOX