"Wrong Turn" is a 2003 American horror film directed by Rob Schmidt and written by Alan B. McElroy. The movie follows a group of friends who become stranded in the mountains of West Virginia and are hunted by a group of cannibalistic mountain men.
In "Wrong Turn," a group of six people, including Chris Flynn (played by Desmond Harrington) and Jessie Burlingame (played by Eliza Dushku), become lost while hiking in the mountains. When their car breaks down, they seek help in a nearby deserted town. However, they soon discover that the town is inhabited by a group of deformed and cannibalistic mountain men who are intent on hunting them down and killing them.
As the group struggles to survive and escape from their pursuers, they must confront their fears and work together to outsmart the relentless killers. Along the way, they uncover the dark secrets of the mountain men and the deadly traps they have set up to capture their prey.
"Wrong Turn" received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise for its suspenseful atmosphere, gruesome kills, and effective use of practical effects. However, some critics found fault with the film's predictable plot and stereotypical characters. Despite mixed reviews, the film was a modest commercial success, grossing over $28 million worldwide. It spawned a successful horror franchise with several sequels and spin-offs.