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After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. But when a rockfall traps them deep underground, their adventure turns into a nightmare. As they search for a way out, the group discovers they are not alone—lurking in the darkness are savage, cave-dwelling creatures. With rising tension and dwindling trust, the women must fight to survive against both the predators and each other.
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i like movies where the only man dies a few minutes in
the part where it was dark and i couldn't figure out what was going on... iconic
Common questions
What is The Descent about?+
After a personal tragedy, a woman joins friends for a cave exploration in the Appalachian Mountains, where a rockfall traps them and exposes them to predatory creatures lurking in the dark.
Who directed The Descent?+
The film was directed by British filmmaker Neil Marshall in 2005, known for his work in the horror and action genres.
Does The Descent have multiple endings?+
The film features different endings for the North American and international theatrical releases, which affects the final sequence of the story.
