The Slumber Party Massacre

The Slumber Party Massacre

Year: 1982

Runtime: 77 min

Language: English

Director: Amy Holden Jones

HorrorComedy

When a high school basketball star finds herself alone at home on a night off, she invites friends over for a slumber party. But when tensions rise between the old guard and the newcomer's skills, she opts out - little does she know, a bloodthirsty killer with a penchant for power tools is stalking the streets, seeking to make the girls' night even more deadly.

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Timeline – The Slumber Party Massacre (1982)
Trace every key event in The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) 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

News of Escape

The day begins with the chilling headline announcing the escape of mass murderer Russ Thorn, responsible for the brutal killings of five individuals. This news sets a foreboding tone for the events that will unfold in the suburban neighborhood.

Morning Los Angeles Suburbs
2

Trish's Routine

Eighteen-year-old Trish Deveraux starts her routine by disposing of her old dolls. Unbeknownst to her, a shadowy figure watches as one of the dolls is retrieved from the trash, signaling the beginning of danger.

Morning Trish's Home
3

Slumber Party Plans

At school, Trish and her friends, including Neil and Jeff, excitedly discuss their plans for a slumber party. The lighthearted atmosphere is disturbed when news of a murder surfaces, raising alarm over the presence of Russ Thorn.

Afternoon School
4

Trish and Valerie

During basketball practice, Trish extends an invitation to Valerie, a new girl at school. Valerie's rejection highlights the social dynamics at play, adding tension among the group.

Evening Gymnasium
5

The Ominous Presence

As the group discusses their party plans after practice, the camera reveals Russ Thorn lurking menacingly in a nearby van. This foreshadowing hints at the terror that will soon invade their lives.

Evening Outside School
6

Slumber Party Begins

The girls gather at Trish’s home, excited for a night filled with laughter. However, an unsettling feeling looms overhead as a sinister presence stalks them, unnoticed.

Evening Trish's Home
7

Delivery Gone Wrong

An unexpected horror strikes when the pizza deliveryman is brutally murdered right outside Trish's house. The gruesome act sends the girls into a state of panic as they realize the danger they’re in.

Night Trish's Home
8

Preparing for Confrontation

In a moment of sheer terror, the girls arm themselves with kitchen knives, steeling themselves for a confrontation. With time slipping away, tension escalates as they await an imminent attack.

Night Trish's Kitchen
9

Descent into Chaos

As events spiral out of control, Russ Thorn begins his sinister game, picking off the girls one by one. Each horrifying revelation—a missing friend—heightens their desperation and fear.

Night Trish's Home
10

Tragic Encounters

In a terrifying turn of events, the remaining girls encounter one of their friends, Diane, in a chilling silence before her tragic end. The overwhelming fear leaves them paralyzed and struggling for survival.

Night Trish's Home
11

Final Stand

With only a few girls left, including Valerie and Courtney, they band together to confront Russ Thorn. The atmosphere is charged with tension as they prepare for the ultimate face-off against their tormentor.

Late Night Poolside
12

Valerie's Bravery

In a moment of fierce determination, Valerie wields a machete, ready to protect her sister and friends. The confrontation at the poolside becomes a battle for survival that tests their courage and resolve.

Late Night Poolside
13

Russ Thorn Defeated

In a climactic finale, Valerie successfully dispatches Russ Thorn, bringing an end to the horror. Despite surviving, the emotional scars left by the night’s events linger among the three remaining girls.

Late Night Poolside
14

Rescue and Aftermath

As sirens wail in the distance signaling impending rescue, the survivors are left shaken. Their ordinary night has transformed into a haunting nightmare, forever changing their lives.

Early Morning Trish's Home

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 17:36

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