RJJE films will soon introduce unsuspecting audiences to Old Man. Old Man is a 2022 horror/mystery/ thriller under the direction of Lucky McKee. The nondescript title makes the offering seem simplistic. However, given the breadcrumb teasers and action-packed trailers, Old Man is anything but simple.

In fact, the Old Man trailer has Stephen Lang terrorizing a hiker, proving this is a film viewers will not forget. It might just transform how filmgoers look at hiking, cabins in the woods, or old men.

Old Man: The Plot

A lone hiker forms the nucleus of Old Man. In a most unlikely turn of events, Joe, a hiker who isn’t exactly a stranger to the woods, loses his way. A cabin appears to be his saving grace until he meets the cabin’s inhabitant. As it turns out, an old man is in residence. But he isn’t just any old man. He turns out to be quite a handful and certainly much more than Joe bargained for.

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This old man is a die-hard cynic with a lot of paranoia. He trusts no one. And it is not long before Joe discovers sometimes, not all help is good help. Perhaps on some occasions, being lost is better. The old man and Joe try to feel each other out. But with tensions high, moments of interchange evolve into a highly pressurized standoff. As the official synopsis reads,

In this situation, the only question remains: who exactly is the villain, making for an exciting watch?

“What starts as a cordial conversation soon turns dangerous as it becomes clear one or both might have a terrifying secret.

Old Man: The Cast

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While many movies have an extensive cast of characters, Old Man will be carried by a significantly small cast comprising four characters. The main characters in the film are the old man and hiker Joe. A Bible Salesman and a woman by the name of Genie round out the cast. Stephen Lang stars in the role of the old man. And Marc Senter plays his opposite. Patch Darragh is cast as the Bible Salesman, and Liana Wright fills the role of Genie.

One positive of the cast of characters is the fact that each brings nuanced experience to their roles, only adding to the movie’s attractiveness. Some filmgoers will recognize Liana Wright from her role in Ocean’s Eight. Patch Darragh has honed his chops in quite a few familiar roles in television and film. His filmography includes the likes of Succession, CAM, The First Purge, and Mr. Mercedes. Marc Senter fits nicely into the piece, given his background in horror thrillers. His filmography consists of credits: The Lost, Tales of Halloween, and Cabin Fever 2. But finally, there is Stephen Lang, the showstopper and the draw.

Everything Else We Know

Lang Is a veteran in the industry with an extensive body of work. He is known for his role in several blockbusters and popular films, including Avatar, Tombstone, Mid-Century, and The Lost City. However, he is well-known for his epic portrayal of the Blind Man in Don’t Breathe 1 and 2. When looking at Lang’s immense body of work, many things can be said about his impressive depictions. However, one thing rings true: Lang does well in the roles of complex older men with a psychotic bent. His portrayal of the blind man in Don’t Breathe was iconic, making the film must-see. As a testament to his successful portrayal, according to a 2016 issue in Variety, most unexpectedly, Don’t Breathe Smothered the competition.

Lang worked his magic once again with the sequel Don’t Breathe 2. Unlike many sequels, Don’t Breathe 2 was recognized for its strength. In an interview with Forbes, the film’s co-writer and director sat down to this question, “How they pulled off what many others have failed to do by creating a sequel as good as, if not better, than the original?"

Multiple factors must align for a film series to maintain its appeal, However, there is one thing that Don’t Breathe and its sequel has that many other films do not. Stephen Lang is that common denominator. Thus, it’s reasonable to conclude that with Lang in the driver’s seat, audiences can expect a high level of performance. He doesn’t disappoint. And this gives Old Man quite the edge.

Release Date

Filming for Old Man was reportedly completed in September 2022. It will be released in the heart of the nightmare season. And it will share a release date with another highly anticipated film Halloween Ends. So, on October 14, 2022, viewers can look forward to meeting an old man they will not soon forget. This mid-seasonal treat will be released simultaneously in theaters and On Demand.