Magpie is a 2024 American thriller film directed by Sam Yates from a screenplay by Tom Bateman. The film is set to be released in the United States on October 25, 2024.
The film is a neo-noir thriller that explores the complex relationships within a family, tested by suspicion, secrets, and betrayal. The story focuses on Annette (Daisy Ridley) and her husband Ben (Shazad Latif), whose lives begin to fall apart when their daughter Matilda (Hiba Ahmed) was chosen for a role in a film alongside famous actress Alicia (Matilda Lutz).
Annette senses Ben's attraction to Alicia, which makes her jealous and insecure. As Ben becomes more and more attracted to the new actress, Annette begins to suspect infidelity. These suspicions push her to the limits of her sanity, especially after she discovers ambiguous messages between her husband and Alicia.
The climax of the film includes a twist: it turns out that Annette has been manipulating Ben by posing as Alicia in the messages. This revelation shatters Ben's illusions and leads to a dramatic finale with a car accident, symbolizing the consequences of his actions and self-delusions.
The film contains tense scenes and complex relationships that explore themes of trust, betrayal, and self-destruction.
