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The Man Upstairs

The Man Upstairs

Sep 27, 2025 · 17m

Director

Wendy Wang

Overview

After being kidnapped, Julian wakes up in a stranger’s basement, where another child already lives—and where survival means playing along with the man who calls himself “Dad.” As the boys form a fragile bond, they plot an escape from a twisted domestic nightmare. THE MAN UPSTAIRS is a tense psychological horror about identity, obedience, and the resilience of children under unimaginable pressure.

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About The Man Upstairs

What is The Man Upstairs about?

After being kidnapped, Julian wakes up in a stranger’s basement, where another child already lives—and where survival means playing along with the man who calls himself “Dad.” As the boys form a fragile bond, they plot an escape from a twisted domestic nightmare. THE MAN UPSTAIRS is a tense psychological horror about identity, obedience, and the resilience of children under unimaginable pressure.

When was The Man Upstairs released?

The Man Upstairs was released on September 27, 2025.

How long is The Man Upstairs?

The Man Upstairs runs 17 minutes.

Who directed The Man Upstairs?

The Man Upstairs was directed by Wendy Wang.

Who is in the cast of The Man Upstairs?

The cast of The Man Upstairs includes Kennedy Taylor (The Man), Mark Sodukh (Julian) and Eric Theodore Johnson, Jr. (Corey).

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