The Sleepover

The Sleepover

Year: 2020

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Trish Sie

Echo Score: 46
ActionAdventureComedyFamily

When a seemingly normal family weekend takes an unexpected turn, siblings Clancy and Kevin discover their mother’s secret life as a skilled thief. After their parents are kidnapped and drawn into a dangerous heist involving a past relationship, the children must work together. They embark on a thrilling night filled with action, humor, and a race against time to rescue their mom and dad.

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Timeline – The Sleepover (2020)

Trace every key event in The Sleepover (2020) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Clancy's Invitation

In Boston, Clancy Finch is excited to be invited by her crush, Travis Schultz, to a party at his house. This moment sets the stage for the events that unfold throughout the movie.

Boston
2

Kevin's Public Embarrassment

Clancy's brother, Kevin, faces bullying from older students while dancing in the restroom. Their mother, Margot, intervenes as a lunch monitor to scare the bullies away, but not before they film Kevin and upload the video to YouTube, causing it to go viral.

School Restroom
3

Parental Refusal

After Kevin's embarrassing video goes viral, Clancy asks her parents for permission to attend Travis's party. They both refuse, leading to a heated argument where Clancy insults her mother and ends up grounded.

Finch House
4

Sleepover Adventure

Kevin's friend Lewis joins him for a sleepover in the backyard tent. This camaraderie sets the stage for the kids' upcoming adventure and helps establish their bond.

Backyard
5

The Break-In

Clancy and Mim sneak out to go to the party but witness a terrifying scene when Lewis, using the bathroom, sees armed intruders force Ron and Margot to comply with their demands. The intruders threaten Ron's life, heightening the danger for the family.

Travis's House
6

Discovery of the Truth

After Lewis alerts the others, they find a marshals agent being held captive. He reveals that Margot is in the Witness Protection Program, explaining the reason behind the intruders' actions and the danger they all face.

Travis's House
7

Following the Clues

The kids discover clues left by Margot that lead them to her secret spy center. These hints include flour marks and her necklace, directing them on their mission to rescue their parents.

Storage Unit
8

Coast Guard Trouble

The kids take a self-driving spy car to Travis’s party, but their journey is interrupted when the U.S. Coast Guard stops them due to Travis's revoked license. They make a daring escape by jumping off the boat and swimming to shore.

Boston Harbor
9

Gala Disguised

The group locates their parents at an extravagant gala where a plan to steal a crown is underway. They manage to sneak into the event by pretending to be a performing quartet, showcasing their ingenuity.

Extravagant Gala
10

Infiltrating the Crowd

At the gala, Ron accidentally ingests poison meant for the queen, leading to chaos as security detains them. In a twist, Margot and Leo manage to knock out the guards and escape with the kids.

Extravagant Gala
11

Leo's Betrayal

Upon reaching Leo's safe house, the group discovers that he is not who he claims to be. Rather than being a victim, Leo is revealed as the new head of the crime syndicate, complicating their situation even further.

Leo's Safe House
12

The Final Confrontation

A confrontation ensues when Elise holds them at gunpoint, threatening to frame them for theft. In a moment of bravery, Ron uses a spider to distract her, leading to a chaotic escape.

Leo's Safe House
13

Capture of the Villains

The events culminate with Leo and his associates being arrested by the Boston Police. This law enforcement intervention finally brings peace back to the Finch family.

Boston
14

Returning Home

After all the chaos, Agent Henry drives everyone back to the Finch house. Clancy receives her jacket back from Travis, resuming normal life as if nothing happened.

Finch House
15

A New Opportunity

Despite the turmoil, Margot allows Clancy to participate in the Berklee School of Music's summer program for cello. This decision signifies a hopeful return to normalcy and a bright future for Clancy.

Boston

Last Updated: December 13, 2024 at 06:47

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