The Thirteenth Floor

In the summer of 1999, the visionary entrepreneur Hannon Fuller makes waves in Los Angeles with his groundbreaking virtual reality technology. This simulation perfectly captures the essence of 1937 Los Angeles, presenting a stunningly immersive experience for users.

Just before the testing of his innovative system, Hannon Fuller is murdered, sending shockwaves through the community and sparking a police investigation. This shocking crime raises questions about the safety and implications of his virtual reality project.

Douglas Hall, Fuller's loyal friend and protégé, finds himself in the crosshairs of the investigation following evidence that suggests his involvement in Fuller's murder. Faced with this mounting suspicion, his confidence falters as he grapples with his perceived guilt.

Amidst the turmoil, Douglas discovers comfort in his growing relationship with Jane Fuller, Hannon's estranged daughter. Their love provides a respite from his chaotic life, yet it is quickly overshadowed by the allegations against him.

The situation escalates when a bartender claims to have seen Douglas with Fuller on the night of the murder, leading to his arrest. Desperate to clear his name, he relies on Jane's support for an alibi that he hopes will redeem him.

To uncover the underlying truth behind Fuller's death, Douglas and his friend Jason Whitney enter the virtual reality simulation. Here, Douglas adopts the persona of John Ferguson, a bank clerk, beginning an unexpected journey into the depths of the digital landscape.

While navigating the 1937 simulation, Douglas discovers that the bartender, Jerry Ashton, is an artificial creation with dangerous intentions. This revelation raises urgent concerns for his safety as he realizes the threats lurking within the virtual realm.

Detective Larry McBain delivers a shocking twist to Douglas: Jane is not who she claims to be, and Hannon Fuller had no daughter. Despite this revelation, Douglas remains determined to uncover the truth and find Jane's lookalike, Natasha Molinaro.

As Douglas delves deeper into the simulation, he realizes that the year 1999 Los Angeles itself is a mere facade, masking the truth of their existence. This mind-boggling discovery forces him to reevaluate everything about his reality and identity.

In a twist of fate, Jane reveals her spirit migrated to the digital realm after her untimely death, manipulating her father's company as a ghost of sorts. This revelation complicates Douglas's understanding of love and loyalty as Jane's true goals come to light.

Whitney takes on Ashton's persona within the 1937 simulation, inadvertently becoming involved in a sinister scheme against Douglas. This dangerous transition highlights the blurred lines between identity and reality both in the virtual and real worlds.

The plot thickens as Ashton’s downfall within the simulation allows his digital consciousness to hijack Whitney's body in the real world, leading to a tense hostage situation. Douglas must cleverly navigate this turmoil to gain the upper hand.

In a climactic moment, Douglas attempts to enlighten Ashton about their shared realities, but the malicious David reasserts his control over Douglas's digital self. The ensuing chaos pushes Douglas to fight for his existence both in the simulation and reality.

Detective McBain intervenes just in time to save Jane and stop David’s chaos. This critical moment brings about significant reflections on simulated life as McBain questions his own existence in a darkly humorous exchange with Jane.

With the conflict subdued, Douglas awakens in the year 2024, wielding control over David's body in the real world. The conclusion marks a poignant change as Douglas prepares to explore the complexities of their shared simulated reality with Jane.