Misery

Famous romantic novelist Paul Sheldon sets off from Silver Creek Lodge after finishing his latest manuscript. He is excited to return to New York but faces an unexpected challenge.

While driving through a blizzard, Paul's car skids off the icy road, leading to a devastating crash. Unconscious and injured, he is left at the mercy of the elements.

Paul is rescued by Annie Wilkes, a nurse who takes him to her home. She expresses her admiration for him, declaring herself his number one fan, which quickly escalates the tension.

Annie showcases her obsession when she ragefully reacts to profanity in Paul's manuscript. Her erratic behavior foreshadows the danger Paul is in as he realizes her extremes.

Annie reveals her fury over Paul's decision to kill off Misery, the character he made famous. She threatens Paul, instilling fear and desperation as he plots an escape.

Paul seizes an opportunity to escape by using a hairpin to unlock his bedroom door. However, he soon discovers that the front door is locked, trapping him further in her clutches.

While exploring the house, Paul accidentally knocks over a ceramic penguin. This seemingly minor event will later have significant consequences as it draws Annie's suspicion.

In a twisted celebration, Paul romantically toasts to Misery's return during dinner. He attempts to poison Annie by lacing her wine with drug powder, but his plan gets thwarted.

Paul uncovers a scrapbook that reveals Annie's dark past, including a shocking list of her murder victims. This revelation raises the stakes, proving his life is in imminent danger.

Annie catches Paul trying to escape and retaliates by tying him to the bed. She inflicts a gruesome punishment known as 'hobbling,' leaving Paul physically incapacitated and terrified.

Local sheriff Buster investigates Paul’s disappearance, prompted by a growing concern in the community. His intuition leads him to Annie's house, but danger looms as he is unaware of the threat inside.

After a series of intense events, Paul manages to outwit Annie and destroy his manuscript, leading to a violent confrontation. This brutal showdown culminates in Annie’s demise.

In the aftermath of his ordeal, Paul is shown struggling to move on from his experiences. He meets with his agent in a restaurant but is haunted by a vision that brings back memories of Annie.

As Paul interacts with a waitress, he mistakenly identifies her as Annie, highlighting the lasting psychological impact of his traumatic experience. The echo of her words lingers in his mind.