The Beast of Bray Road

The Beast of Bray Road

Year: 2005

Runtime: 80 mins

Language: English

Director: Leigh Scott

HorrorHorror the undead and monster classicsGory gruesome and slasher horrorSci-fi horror creatures and aliensSurvival horror and zombie carnage

Inspired by real‑world reports of werewolf activity in Walworth County, Wisconsin, the story follows the county sheriff as a series of gruesome killings convinces him that the killings are the work of a hybrid predator, a creature bearing both human and wolf DNA. He must confront his doubts, the town’s fear, and the mythic beast to stop the carnage.

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1

Phil Jenkins becomes Walworth County's new sheriff and starts a life with Kelly

Phil Jenkins arrives as the new sheriff of Walworth County and begins dating Kelly, owner of Kelly's Roadhouse. He relies on deputies Pamela Fitske and Dennis Snarski as they navigate his first days in office. This new routine is disrupted by a chilling mystery that hints at what lies ahead.

Walworth County, Wisconsin
2

Mysterious deaths and Beast rumors spread

People and animals start turning up dead, torn apart and eaten, fueling whispers about the legendary Beast of Bray Road. The attacks spark fear across the county and ignite speculation among locals and investigators. The mystery deepens as more victims are discovered.

Walworth County
3

Quinn McKenzie joins the investigation

Quinn McKenzie, a cryptozoologist, inserts himself into the investigation, much to Phil's annoyance. He brings scientific skepticism and a different perspective to the hunt. His arrival raises the stakes as the team rethinks the creature they are pursuing.

Walworth County
4

Evidence points to a werewolf and dashcam proof

The investigation gathers physical evidence like teeth marks and fur DNA that point toward a werewolf. Dashcam footage recovered from Dennis's car after he is killed by the Beast provides concrete proof of a supernatural predator. Fear and urgency push the team to action.

Roadhouse area / Walworth County
5

Billy Loubes offers help and his arsenal

Billy Loubes, a renowned local hunter and brother to two victims, agrees to aid Phil, Quinn, and Pamela. He offers access to his arsenal in exchange for permission to contribute to the hunt. His knowledge of weapons becomes crucial in facing the Beast.

Billy's property / Walworth County
6

Preparation: silver bullets and a serum against the werewolf

The quartet coats their bullets in silver, knowing it can suppress a werewolf's regeneration. They also brew a serum from nightshade and Wolfsbane, described as the Ebola virus for werewolves by Quinn, to tilt the odds in their favor. The plan blends old lore with experimental chemistry.

Billy's arsenal / local lab setup
7

The Beast attacks, wounding Quinn and biting Billy

The Beast launches an assault that wounds Quinn and bites Billy, driving the hunt forward. Phil pursues the creature toward the Roadhouse, determined to stop it. The confrontation confirms the threat is real and still nearby.

Roadhouse vicinity
8

Kelly is revealed to be the Beast

Phil realizes that Kelly is the Beast after noticing her injured leg. Kelly reveals she was bitten by another werewolf and can transform, though she has lately lost control of the changes. This confession reframes the danger from a nameless creature to a person the team knows.

Roadhouse / Kelly's Roadhouse
9

Kelly bites Phil as she partially transforms

Kelly partially transforms and sinks her fangs into Phil, even as he fights to resist. He retaliates by injecting her with Quinn's serum, forcing her back into human form long enough to regroup. Pamela watches cautiously amid the escalating chaos.

Roadhouse
10

Pamela is tricked and killed by Kelly; Phil survives

Kelly tricks Pamela into shooting Phil and then kills Pamela, creating a deadly distraction. Phil is saved by his bulletproof vest, buying him time as the situation spirals. The betrayal shows the Beast's influence has corrupted their team.

Roadhouse
11

Final transformation and defeat

As Kelly fully transforms, two motorists arrive at the Roadhouse. While she murders the unsuspecting men, Billy sets her on fire to weaken the monster. The two men finish her off with shots, crowning a brutal victory over the Beast.

Roadhouse
12

Ending: Lycanthropy and exile with hope for a cure

In the aftermath, Phil and Billy discover they are cursed with lycanthropy, forcing them to sequester themselves in the mountains. Quinn provides more anti-werewolf serum, offering hope for a cure or better control. The film ends with the transformed duo adjusting to a grim future in exile.

Mountains / Walworth County

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