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The Mother, the Menacer, and Me
Lights. Camera. Panic.
2025·1h 31m·★ 5.7
Hopelessly stuck in a dead-end job and forced to move in with his disapproving mother-in-law, Eddie Mathews sets out to make his Hollywood dream come true -- urged on by his imaginary villainous companion, who wants to be brought to life.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A darker pick built around atmosphere, unease, or sustained tension rather than a purely casual watch.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers specifically looking for a more unsettling or intense night.
Commitment
Light commitment · 1h 31m
Use the runtime as a quick check against how much time you have tonight.
Start here
Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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Who's in it
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