The Super

The Super

Year: 2018

Runtime: 90 min

Language: English

Director: Stephan Rick

ThrillerHorror

In the heart of New York City, a seemingly ordinary apartment building conceals a sinister secret. As a new superintendent takes up residence, he's thrust into a desperate search for the truth behind a string of inexplicable disappearances, uncovering a dark reality that threatens to destroy everything in its path.

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Timeline – The Super (2018)
Trace every key event in The Super (2018) 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

Ms. Daigle Returns Home

In New York City, Ms. Daigle arrives back at her dimly lit apartment building after work. She is informed by her landlord, Mr. Johnson, that a master key is missing and all the locks will need replacing, setting an ominous tone for the evening.

New York City
2

Discovery of Ann's Departure

Upon entering her apartment, Ms. Daigle finds that her friend Ann is missing, leaving behind only a note explaining her departure. This unsettling discovery adds to the eerie atmosphere of the building as she begins to worry about her own safety.

Ms. Daigle's Apartment
3

Brad's Disturbance

As Ms. Daigle tends to Brad, a resident with a disability, she faces an alarming episode when he starts yelling and clutching a bunch of keys tightly. This strange behavior compels her to investigate what is troubling him, hinting at the mysteries within their building.

Brad's Room
4

Attacks with Pencils

Ms. Daigle is suddenly attacked in her apartment multiple times, an assault shockingly perpetrated with her own red pencils. This violent encounter underscores the building's dark nature and the dangers lurking within.

Ms. Daigle's Apartment
5

Phil and His Daughters Arrive

Phil arrives at the building with his two daughters, Violet and Rose, after losing their mother. He applies for the superintendence position in order to create a more stable environment for his daughters amidst their recent tragedy.

Apartment Building
6

Home Investigation

While moving into their new apartment, Phil learns about the building's complicated history from Mr. Johnson. They discover the complex has a mix of luxury and low-income housing, and hear rumors of strange occurrences that have taken place.

Apartment Lobby
7

Mysterious Disappearances

Violet disappears briefly after meeting Vondell, a boy her age who introduces her to smoking. Meanwhile, Rose's curiosity leads her to the basement, where she encounters an unsettling janitor named Walter.

Basement
8

Animal Oddities

Mrs. Grey, an elderly resident, hears unusual noises and decides to investigate with a knife in hand. The building’s eerie atmosphere thickens when she, too, seemingly vanishes without a trace.

Mrs. Grey's Apartment
9

Phil's Concerns Grow

Phil finds broken red pencils in a trash bag from Ms. Daigle's apartment, amplifying his concerns about the building's safety. He starts suspecting strange activities are occurring and that residents might be disappearing.

Apartment Building
10

Walter's Menace

Phil encounters Walter multiple times and grows increasingly uncomfortable with his intimidating behavior towards his daughters. After a heated confrontation, Phil's suspicions about Walter deepen, leading to chaotic events.

Apartment Building
11

Mysterious Elevator Incident

While taking the elevator, Violet is trapped temporarily and disoriented, leading her to an unnerving encounter on a dark floor. This unsettling event highlights the building's ominous presence and its potential dangers.

Building Elevator
12

Julio's Fate

Julio, one of the building employees, enters Phil's apartment and unwittingly unleashes disaster. After allowing the dog to roam free, he meets a gruesome end, marking yet another disappearance in the building.

Phil's Apartment
13

Confrontation with Mr. Johnson

Phil confronts Mr. Johnson about the unsettling events surrounding the building and his own covert investigations. Mr. Johnson's shady responses further contribute to Phil's unease, foreshadowing impending doom.

Mechanical Room
14

Violet's Connection with Beverly

Violet forms a bond with Beverly as they find solace in sharing their experiences of family loss. Beverly realizes Violet's tragic past and becomes concerned for both their safety amidst the growing chaos.

Beverly's Apartment
15

The Final Showdown

Phil engages in a desperate fight against Walter to save his daughter Rose. In a terrifying climax, Walter's true menace is revealed, leaving audiences on edge as Phil and his family seek a way out.

Building

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:04

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