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A reclusive author is forced to confront his past when a home invasion occurs during his vacation. The intruders, who claim to be acting on a prophecy, present him with an impossible choice that could prevent the apocalypse. He must choose whether to sacrifice one of his family members to save humanity, leading to a tense psychological battle.

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed at Dave Bautista's performance and the film's tension, while some criticized its predictable plot and Shyamalan's directorial choices. Audiences were similarly divided.

• Praised for its intense atmosphere and Bautista's compelling performance.

• Criticized for a formulaic narrative and Shyamalan's signature stylistic choices.

• The film's central dilemma is thought-provoking but ultimately divisive.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a tense and engaging thriller, particularly appreciating Dave Bautista's performance. However, some viewers felt the plot was somewhat predictable and that the ending didn't fully satisfy.

The film is based on the novel 'The Cabin at the End of the World' by Paul Tremblay, which won the Bram Stoker Award for Best Novel in 2019.