A Quiet Place: Day One, the highly anticipated prequel to the hit horror franchise, premiered at the Tribeca Festival on June 26, 2024 and was released in the United States by Paramount Pictures on June 28, 2024.
The film, written and directed by Michael Sarnoski, serves as the third installment in the A Quiet Place series and stars Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou.
Trailer and Plot
The official trailer for A Quiet Place: Day One, released on February 7, 2024, teases the beginning of the alien invasion that plunged the world into silence
The film follows Nyong’o’s character, Sam, a terminally ill woman, as she navigates the chaos of New York City during the early stages of the invasion, accompanied by her therapy cat Frodo and a law student named Eric, played by Joseph Quinn.
Cast
In addition to Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn, the film features a talented supporting cast, including Alex Wolff and Djimon Hounsou, who reprises his role from the second film. The performances, particularly by Nyong’o and Quinn, have been praised by critics for their emotional depth and sensitivity.
Reception
A Quiet Place: Day One has received generally positive reviews from critics, with an 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 164 reviews. The film has been praised for its tense atmosphere, impressive visuals, and compelling character-driven story, despite being less terrifying than its predecessors.
At the box office, A Quiet Place: Day One has grossed $98.5 million worldwide as of June 30, 2024, with $53 million coming from the United States and Canada. The film debuted at number two at the U.S. box office, behind Inside Out 2.
A Quiet Place: Day One is a riveting addition to the A Quiet Place franchise, offering a fresh perspective on the alien invasion while maintaining the series’ signature suspense and emotional core. With its talented cast, impressive production values, and compelling storytelling, the film is a must-see for fans of the series and horror enthusiasts alike.
