“Trap”, written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, stars Josh Hartnett as Cooper, a father who takes his teenage daughter, Riley (Ariel Donoghue), to a concert featuring a pop superstar named Lady Raven, played by Shyamalan’s daughter, Saleka Shyamalan.
Upon arriving at the venue, Cooper notices a heavy police presence. He asks a Lady Raven T-shirt vendor (Jonathan Langdon) about the heightened security, and the vendor reveals that authorities have set up a trap to catch a serial killer known as the Butcher, leaving no possible way for the killer to escape.
The twist, which was revealed in the film’s trailer, is that Cooper is secretly the Butcher. He must now find a way to escape the concert hall before the police apprehend him. Currently, the movie is only available in theaters, so check your local listings. However, if you want to watch it at home, here’s what to know.
When Is ‘Trap’ Expected To Arrive On Digital Streaming And Max?
The highly anticipated horror movie “Trap“, directed by the iconic filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan, is set to thrill fans of psychological horror and those looking for a unique cinematic experience.
Scheduled to debut on streaming via Max on October 25 of this year, the terrifying thriller marks the director’s return to pure suspense, the genre that established him as a master of surprises and unexpected endings.
This film is a high-stakes venture, as Shyamalan appears ready to recapture the essence of his early successes with a tense, dark and deeply psychological work, promising a claustrophobic atmosphere.
What are critics saying about ‘Trap’?
The film has received mixed to poor reviews. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie has a 48% approval score. The consensus reads: “An arch thriller given some grounding by Josh Hartnett’s committed performance, Shyamalan’s Trap will ensnare those who appreciate its tongue-in-cheek style while the rest will be eager to wriggle out from it.”
