The Strangers

Kristen McKay and James Hoyt make their way to James's parents' secluded summer home after attending a friend's wedding. The night appears to be an ordinary return, but the atmosphere quickly shifts as they settle in.

During their time at the summer home, James proposes to Kristen, but she ultimately rejects his offer. This moment not only impacts their relationship but also sets a tense tone for the evening.

Shortly after the proposal, a young blonde woman knocks on the door inquiring about someone named Tamara. Despite being told she has the wrong house, her eerie appearance leaves an unsettling feeling.

Needing some space to think after the proposal, James steps out to buy cigarettes, leaving Kristen alone in the house. This decision marks the beginning of Kristen's increasing isolation and vulnerability.

The mysterious blonde woman returns, prompting Kristen to refuse to open the door, as she remembers their previous encounter. The tension escalates, indicating that something sinister may be afoot.

As Kristen tries to keep things under control, the smoke alarm blares loudly due to a blocked fireplace. In her panic, she locks all doors, feeling increasingly anxious and vulnerable.

Kristen attempts to call James for help, but suddenly the phone line goes dead. This turn of events heightens her sense of dread, leaving her cut off from communication and support.

Kristen feels a sudden chill as a masked figure appears behind her while she is in the kitchen. The eerie encounter marks the start of escalating terror as she realizes they are not alone.

James comes back only to dismiss Kristen's concerns about the events transpiring in the house. The couple's inability to truly see the danger around them creates a profound sense of impending horror.

The couple notices that their car has been vandalized, and James's cellphone is missing. This revelation magnifies their vulnerability and the malevolent presence stalking them.

As the night continues, Kristen and James face off against several masked figures, including Dollface and The Man in the Mask. This confrontation intensifies their fight for survival as they realize they must defend themselves.

In a desperate search for help, Kristen and James find a shotgun in the house. The discovery raises the stakes as they prepare to confront the intruders head-on.

James's friend Mike arrives to help but tragically falls victim to a misfire from James. This heartbreaking moment overwhelms the couple with guilt and despair, magnifying their peril.

As the night deepens, the couple feels a profound sense of hopelessness while being toyed with by the masked figures. The emotional and psychological toll of their situation becomes increasingly evident.

In a harrowing climax, Kristen is tied up and dressed in a wedding gown, confronting her captors. Dollface chillingly reveals their reason for tormenting the couple: simply 'Because you were home.'

As dawn breaks, the aftermath of the night reveals a gruesome scene. Kristen and James's fates remain uncertain as the chilling implications of their ordeal linger, leaving viewers haunted by the horror they faced.