The Intruder

Scott and Annie are captivated by the beauty of a property in Napa Valley that piques their interest. Their moment of tranquility is abruptly interrupted by the sudden appearance of a deer, which adds to the serene atmosphere around them.

As Scott and Annie enjoy their peaceful exploration, a man bursts into the scene armed with a rifle. Without hesitation, he ruthlessly shoots the deer, shattering the couple's peaceful moment and foreshadowing the tension to come.

After relocating to their new house, Scott and Annie quickly realize that they have an uninvited guest in the form of Charlie Peck, the previous owner. While Scott grows increasingly irritated by Charlie's persistent presence, Annie feels sympathy for his tragic past.

Charlie Peck begins to exhibit strange behaviors, appearing frequently and observing the couple from a distance. Despite Scott's growing concerns, Annie remains empathetic to Charlie's plight, unaware of the extent of his fixation on her.

During a dinner with friends, Mike feels watched after stepping outside for a smoke. The next day, he discovers a mysterious burn mark on his luxury car's seat, heightening the sense of paranoia surrounding Scott and Annie.

Scott, urged by Mike's suspicions, decides to investigate behind their house. They spot an unfamiliar vehicle leaving the premises at high speed, amplifying Scott's concerns about their safety and Charlie's intentions.

Tensions rise when Annie discovers that Scott had a brief affair before their marriage. Feeling justified, Annie confronts Scott, leading to an intense argument that ultimately ends in reconciliation after a strange noise disrupts their evening.

A neighbor discloses the tragic story of Charlie's late wife, Ellen, who ended her life using one of Charlie's guns. This revelation intensifies Scott's concern for Annie's well-being, prompting him to investigate Charlie further.

While jogging, Scott experiences a harrowing moment when he is deliberately struck by a truck driven by Charlie. This alarming incident intensifies Scott's fear regarding Charlie's unstable behavior and obsession.

After being hospitalized, Scott learns more about Charlie's troubled past and his desire to reclaim his former life. When Charlie visits while Scott is away, Annie unwittingly invites him inside, leading to a tense encounter.

In a shocking turn of events, Charlie violently murders Mike with an axe while Lauren attempts to gather information on him. This brutal act sends shockwaves through Scott and Annie's lives as they realize the danger they are truly in.

Scott reaches out to Cassidy, Charlie's daughter, in hopes of understanding the danger they face. Cassidy reveals chilling truths about Charlie's past, including his violent history, and stresses the importance of staying hidden from him.

In a shocking moment, Annie finds an underground cellar connected to their home, revealing that Charlie has been using it as a hideout. She uncovers Mike's body, confirming the couple's worst fears about their neighbor's madness.

Scott arrives home just in time to find Charlie attempting to assault Annie. In a desperate struggle, Scott and Annie manage to overpower Charlie, leading to a frantic fight for survival as they seize his gun.

In the final, tense moments, Annie calls the police, revealing the dire situation to the operator. As Scott confronts Charlie with the gun, they exchange chilling words, culminating in a tragic ending as the screen fades to black, suggesting a dark fate ahead.