The Double

After exiting the tube train in London, Simon James finds himself in a chaotic situation as his briefcase gets caught in the door. This unfortunate event leads to the loss of both his bag and ID badge, which he desperately needs for his job.

Upon arriving at the office, Simon attempts to persuade his boss, Wallace Shawn, to consider his innovative ideas for the business. Despite his nervousness, Simon pushes through his anxiety in hopes of making an impression.

Simon discovers he will be tutoring his boss's daughter, Melanie, which adds another layer of complexity to his work life. This unexpected responsibility further complicates his already chaotic routine.

During a visit to a nursing home to see his mother, Simon meets an ominous resident who suggests that he is 'not right.' This unsettling encounter adds to Simon's feelings of disconnection from his surroundings.

Back in his apartment, Simon develops an unhealthy obsession with his attractive co-worker, Hannah. He begins to spy on her through a telescope and is troubled to find her destroying her own artwork.

One night, Simon witnesses a man leap from a ledge above Hannah's apartment, leading to his tragic death. This haunting experience fills Simon with guilt as he realizes that a minor adjustment could have saved the man's life.

In an effort to connect with Hannah, Simon takes her out to dinner, but his plans are interrupted by a call from his mother. When he returns, he finds a note from Hannah promising to see him later, giving him a glimmer of hope.

While at work, Simon encounters a doppelgänger named James, who also resembles him strikingly. This shocking encounter leads Simon into a bizarre situation as nobody else recognizes the similarity.

During a date with Hannah, Simon pretends to be James with the help of earpiece-fed lines from James. This deception leads to turmoil when James kisses Hannah, intensifying Simon's feelings of betrayal.

Things take a turn for the worse when James blackmails Simon to gain access to his apartment. As Simon is forced into a corner, the tension builds and Hannah becomes obsessed with spying on James.

After a violent confrontation, Simon finds himself cornered by the enraged James. This encounter leads Simon to have a mental breakdown at work, culminating in him being fired, which deepens his despair.

In a stark twist of fate, Simon discovers that Hannah has overdosed and rushes her to the hospital. There, he finds out about her tragic miscarriage and her connection to James, sending Simon into emotional turmoil.

Amidst the sorrow of losing his mother, Simon confronts James during her funeral. The encounter results in an intense acknowledgment of their mirrored lives and the twisted reality they share.

Pushed to the brink of despair, Simon handcuffs James and jumps from a ledge in a desperate attempt to escape his life. Ironically, Simon survives the fall, albeit with severe injuries, marking a pivotal moment in his journey.

As chaos ensues, Simon reflects on his experiences with newfound clarity. Following James's demise, he expresses a poignant realization about his identity, asserting, 'I'd like to think I'm pretty unique,' as he begins to reclaim his life.