The Riot Club

Alistair and Miles arrive at Oxford University for their first year, each coming from aristocratic backgrounds. While Miles is calm and friendly, Alistair's insecurity manifests through a haughty demeanor, hinting at a complex character beneath his surface.

Due to Alistair's subpar accommodation not meeting his parents’ expectations, Miles offers to swap rooms with him. This gesture highlights Miles's friendly nature, contrasting sharply with Alistair's cold-heartedness and pride.

Alistair befriends Lauren, a student from a humble background, which adds complexity to his insecure character. Their relationship begins to develop, surfacing themes of class disparity and emotional turmoil within Alistair.

The prestigious Riot Club, notorious for its hedonistic activities, seeks new members. Alistair receives an invitation from Harry, his new friend, while Miles is invited by Hugo, marking the beginning of their involvement in a decadent society.

Alistair and Miles go through a grueling initiation process for the Riot Club which tests their limits and loyalty. Both successfully become members, indicating a turning point in their university experience that draws them deeper into excess.

The club holds its annual dinner at a country pub, which starts off with excitement but soon turns chaotic. Alistair finds himself begrudgingly surrounded by members and patrons who are increasingly disturbed by their behavior.

Tensions escalate as the pub landlord confronts the Riot Club about their disruptive conduct. Rather than taking responsibility, the boys negotiate to compensate for damages, showcasing their entitlement and refusal to acknowledge their wrongdoings.

In a twisted turn of events, Alistair contacts Lauren using Miles's phone, inviting her to the dinner. When she arrives, horrified by the club's crude behavior, she faces harassment, prompting Miles to intervene desperately.

The evening spirals completely out of control when Alistair insults the landlord, leading to a violent confrontation that knocks Chris unconscious. This moment marks a crucial turning point, as the severity of their actions comes to light.

After the violent encounter, Miles calls for help, but the rest of the Riot Club members refuse to take any responsibility for their actions. They instead manipulate the situation to cast Miles as the scapegoat, revealing their self-serving nature.

Following the chaos, investigations lead to Alistair's arrest when Chris's skin is discovered under his fingernails. This shocking revelation underscores the consequences of their reckless lifestyle, while the other members face no repercussions.

Alistair is expelled from Oxford University due to the incident, a fate that highlights the disparity of consequences faced by him and his peers. Meanwhile, Miles rejects the new president’s pressures to rejoin the Riot Club, signaling a moral stand.

In London, Alistair meets with Jeremy, who aims to protect the Riot Club from legal issues. Reluctantly accepting his guidance, Alistair is offered a position in Jeremy's office, revealing his desire for power and connection despite the expulsion.

As Alistair leaves the meeting with Jeremy, he feels a surge of triumph and privilege wash over him. This moment signifies his acceptance into a world of power, illustrating the themes of moral corruption and the unbreakable grip of wealth.