Platinum Dunes' latest installment in the A Quiet Place franchise, titled Day One, is directed by Michael Sarnoski and produced by John Krasinski.

The prequel is set at the beginning of an alien invasion in Manhattan, following protagonist Sam, played by Lupita Nyong'o.

Sam, a terminally ill poet, navigates the chaos of the world ending while grappling with her mortality.

The film emphasizes non-verbal communication through facial expressions and physical movements.

Nyong'o underwent cat therapy to overcome her fear of felines for her role, involving her service animal, a cat named Frodo.

Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou also feature in the film, highlighting characters' resilience and humanity.

Day One is set to be released in theaters on June 28, with early showtimes available tonight.

The film will later be available on Paramount Plus, which plans to increase prices for both ad-supported and ad-free plans.

Fans eagerly anticipate this indie-leaning installment, praising its gripping storytelling and emotional depth.