Gerald’s Game (2017) – Full Movie Preview & Plot Breakdown
Gerald’s Game is a 2017 psychological horror-thriller directed by Mike Flanagan and based on Stephen King’s novel. The story follows a woman who becomes handcuffed to a bed after a dangerous role-play goes wrong, leaving her to face trauma, hallucinations, and a terrifying presence lurking in the dark.
🎬 Story Summary
Jessie and her husband, Gerald, travel to a secluded lake house to revive their marriage. Things take a dark turn when a role-play session leaves Jessie cuffed to the bed — and Gerald suddenly collapses.
Alone, helpless, and battling hallucinations, Jessie confronts:
- Her buried childhood trauma
- A starving stray dog in the room
- The eerie “Moonlight Man” figure watching her
- The psychological effects of isolation
The film blends tension, fear, and emotional storytelling in a way only Mike Flanagan can deliver.
⭐ Main Cast
- Carla Gugino as Jessie Burlingame
- Bruce Greenwood as Gerald Burlingame
- Henry Thomas as Tom
- Carel Struycken as the Moonlight Man
🔥 Why You Should Watch It
- Masterful psychological tension
- Outstanding performance by Carla Gugino
- Unexpected twists and emotional depth
- One of the best Stephen King adaptations
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