Reptile

Will Grady finds the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Summer Elswick, in a rural Maine house that they were showing as realtors. The shocking discovery thrusts him into a nightmare as he faces police and questions about his relationship with Summer.

During the police interrogation led by detectives Tom Nichols and Dan Cleary, Will reveals his intentions to marry Summer. However, he also discloses that she was tied to Sam Gifford due to an unresolved marriage, complicating the circumstances surrounding her murder.

The investigation takes a crucial turn when detectives obtain security footage showing a suspicious dark-colored car near the crime scene. Tom's wife Judy identifies the vehicle as a Chrysler Imperial, suggesting a deeper connection to the case.

Following Summer's funeral, Will recounts a disturbing encounter with Eli Phillips, a man with a vendetta against Will's family. He reveals how Eli's father took his own life after their family farm was sold, igniting Eli's deep-seated resentment.

Eli confronts Will, accusing him of murdering Summer and hinting at a corruption scandal involving Tom from his past. This accusation intensifies the tension and raises questions about Will's innocence in the murder.

The DNA results from Summer's autopsy provide shocking insight, revealing that her last intimate encounter was with Sam Gifford. This information, combined with evidence of a clandestine relationship, puts Sam at the center of the investigation.

Tom confronts Sam at his residence, leading to a dramatic attempt by Sam to flee. In the chaos, Sam is shot, and a subsequent search uncovers an astonishing 13 kilograms of heroin, linking him further to the crime.

Eli arrives unexpectedly at Tom's house, presenting a flash drive containing incriminating evidence regarding a drug money laundering operation. This revelation indicates a broader conspiracy involving the Gradys and raises alarms for Tom.

During a birthday party for Captain Robert Allen, Tom attempts to reveal Wally's connections to the murder. However, the evening spirals into chaos as Tom uncovers a recently repainted Chrysler Imperial in Allen's garage, heightening his suspicions.

Convinced of the impending threat, Tom shares his fears with Judy and insists they must escape immediately. Their discussions reflect the escalating danger they face as more revelations come to light about the corruption surrounding them.

Tom meets with Police Chief Marty Graeber while still carrying the evidence provided by Eli. In a crucial moment, Allen warns Tom of danger and the need to flee from the unfolding events around them.

As the situation escalates, Tom finds himself embroiled in a life-or-death confrontation with Chief Marty and Wally. The chaos results in a violent showdown, culminating in the demise of several key players in this dark saga.

In a gripping turn of fate, Will is arrested by the FBI while enjoying a day of golf, signaling a tragic end to the entangled web of deceit and revenge. The arrest serves as a stark reminder of how deeply intertwined their lives have become amidst the chaos.

The investigation exposes a network of corruption, deceit, and personal vendettas that ultimately shatters the lives of everyone involved. The dark secrets that surfaced throughout the story leave a trail of devastation and grief.