247°F

247°F

Year: 2011

Runtime: 88 mins

Language: English

Directors: Levan Bakhia, Beqa Jguburia

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Four friends head to a lakeside cabin for a relaxing weekend, but the getaway quickly turns into a nightmare when three of them become locked in a sauna that climbs to 247°F. As the temperature rises, every minute counts and they must battle the intense heat to stay alive.

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Timeline – 247°F (2011)

Trace every key event in 247°F (2011) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Car Accident and Tragedy

Jenna is involved in a car accident with her boyfriend Jamie, which results in Jamie's death. The incident leaves Jenna deeply traumatized as she struggles to cope with her loss. She begins her journey of emotional recovery following this tragic event.

2

Invitation to the Lakeside Cabin

Three years after the accident, Jenna is invited by her best friend Renee to spend a weekend at a lakeside cabin. The group plans to escape their routines and enjoy the nearby festival happening in the town. Jenna agrees, seeking a temporary distraction from her past grief.

Lakeside cabin
3

Arrival at Wade's Lakeside Cabin

The group arrives at Wade's lakeside cabin where they are greeted by Wade himself and his friendly dog, Beau. They settle in for the weekend, preparing for the festivities and planning to attend a nearby festival at night. Wade mentions he might not be around while they are out due to work commitments.

Wade's lakeside cabin
4

Exploring the Sauna

The group discovers Wade's built sauna and decides to try it. They enjoy the heat and spend time inside, but as the temperature rises, they decide to cool off with a swim in the lake. They remain unaware of the danger looming inside the sauna.

Sauna, Wade's cabin
5

Michael's High and Renee's Rebuff

Michael gets high after using marijuana given by Wade, while Renee rebuffs his sexual advances, leading to tension. Michael angrily leaves the sauna, feeling upset and misunderstood. The group continues their activities, unaware of his departure.

Sauna, Wade's cabin
6

Trapped Inside the Sauna

The door to the sauna becomes blocked from the outside, trapping Renee, Jenna, and Ian inside. They attempt to break the small window to escape, injuring Ian in the process. The temperature inside continues to rise dangerously as they struggle to find a way out.

Sauna, Wade's cabin
7

Wade and Beau Search for the Group

Back in town, Wade handles fireworks for the festival, while his dog Beau detects the screams from the sauna. Michael visits Wade, misunderstanding the situation, believing the trio has left for the party, as he is still high and distracted.

Wade's house and town
8

Renee's Attempt to Lower the Temperature

As Renee becomes sick from the heat, she breaks the hidden controller in the sauna, hoping to lower the temperature. Jenna protests, but Renee continues, inadvertently causing the heat to increase further. In the chaos, Jenna hits her head and loses consciousness.

Sauna, Wade's cabin
9

Ian's Desperate Act and Jenna's Escape

Ian, in hysteria, burns himself to prevent the steamer from further heating, which results in his death. Jenna, severely wounded, manages to hallucinate her escape from the sauna. Wade finds her near the broken window and helps her breathe again.

Sauna, Wade's cabin
10

Michael's Realization and Wade's Discovery

Michael returns to the cabin, unaware of his friends' captivity, and mistakenly believes they have gone to the party. Wade discovers Jenna and Renee alive inside the sauna, concluding the traumatic ordeal. Paramedics are called to take the girls to safety.

Wade's cabin

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