The Mist
After a violent storm, a dense cloud of mist envelops a small Maine town, trapping David Drayton and his five-year-old son in a local grocery store with other local residents. They soon discover that the mist conceals deadly horrors that threaten their lives, and worse, their sanity.
Release Year
2007
Runtime
126 min
Audience Score
6.9
Genres
Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller
Story Snapshot
After a violent storm, a dense cloud of mist envelops a small Maine town, trapping David Drayton and his five-year-old son in a local grocery store with other local residents. They soon discover that the mist conceals deadly horrors that threaten their lives, and worse, their sanity.
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The Mist is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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