“A Quiet Place: Day One”, a prequel to one of the most beloved horror series of recent years, will soon be available on the VOD platform. The film, which grossed an impressive $400 million in theaters worldwide, will premiere on SkyShowtime on December 25. It’s a perfect Christmas gift for fans of suspenseful productions.
The film by Michael Sarnoski, known for the intimate drama “The Pig”, quickly became the biggest cinema hit among horror films of 2024. “A Quiet Place: Day One” grossed $139 million in North America and $261 million internationally. Such impressive results place it at the top of the box office in the horror genre.
But that’s not all. The production received excellent reviews: 87 percent. positive reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 percent positive ratings from viewers. Viewers appreciated both the reference to the original series and the new approach that revealed the events of the day the world went silent.
“A Quiet Place: Day One” takes viewers back to the beginning of the apocalypse, showing the moments when people had to face an unknown threat. The main character of the film is Sam, played by Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. Returning to the city of his childhood, Sam only wants to find peace and taste his favorite pizza. Instead, he finds himself in the middle of a nightmare where every sound can cost his life.
She is accompanied by the mysterious Eric, played by Joseph Quinn, known from “Stranger Things”, and a cat named Frodo. Together they must survive in a desolate and dangerous New York, where they delve into the dark corners of the ruined city. The film combines elements of horror, drama and intense action, introducing viewers to a terrifying world where sound is the biggest enemy.
While “A Quiet Place: Day One” is now available in select VOD rental stores, The premiere on SkyShowtime will take place on December 25. PThe platform will offer the film to subscribers at no additional cost, making it a holiday hit for horror fans.
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