"A Quiet Place: Day One" is an American apocalyptic horror film directed and written by Michael Sarnoski.
It serves as a spin-off and prequel to the A Quiet Place film series, which began with the original film in 2018. The movie stars Lupita Nyong'o as a terminally ill woman navigating the early stages of an invasion in New York City by blind extraterrestrial creatures that possess an acute sense of hearing. The supporting cast includes Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou, who reprises his role from A Quiet Place Part II.
The film's development began in November 2020, initially with Jeff Nichols set to write and direct. However, after Nichols departed the project, Michael Sarnoski took over in January 2022. Principal photography took place from February to April 2023 in London, England.
"A Quiet Place: Day One" premiered at the Tribeca Festival on June 26, 2024, and is scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on June 28, 2024. The film has a runtime of 99 minutes and a production budget of approximately $67 million. Early box office estimates suggest it could gross significantly upon release, with the film already garnering positive reviews from critics.
As part of the A Quiet Place franchise, this installment aims to explore the origins of the terrifying creatures and the societal collapse that follows their arrival, delving into themes of survival and human resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.