Added to Netflix on Monday, Apr 1, 2024 In “Inheritance,” a thriller directed by Vaughn Stein, the sudden death of a wealthy patriarch leaves his daughter, Lauren Monroe, with a shocking secret inheritance that threatens to unravel the family’s dark secrets. Lauren discovers a hidden bunker on their estate, which contains a man named Morgan, who shares unsettling truths about her father’s past, including a covered-up crime and a secret family. The plot thickens as Lauren delves into her father’s sinister legacy, confronting moral dilemmas and dark truths about power, corruption, and family loyalty.
Length: 1h 51m
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Drama
This Title is: Dark, Suspenseful
Inheritance is New, and streaming on Netflix in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Lily Collins as Lauren Monroe
- Simon Pegg as Morgan Warner/Carson
- Connie Nielsen as Catherine Monroe
- Chace Crawford as William Monroe
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: TV-MA
Contains themes of violence, suspense, and mature content.
Trivia
- The film was initially scheduled to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 20, 2020, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Principal photography began in February 2019 in Birmingham, Alabama.
- Simon Pegg and Kate Mara were initially announced to have joined the cast, with Lily Collins later replacing Mara.
Our Review
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The film “Inheritance” intrigues with its premise and boasts a talented cast, yet struggles to fully realize its potential due to a sometimes inconsistent script and underdeveloped character dynamics. Lily Collins and Simon Pegg deliver noteworthy performances, bringing depth to their roles amidst the twisting plot. The story’s engagement with themes of family legacy and moral ambiguity offers moments of reflection; however, the film’s pacing and some narrative choices might leave viewers wanting more. Despite its flaws, “Inheritance” provides enough mystery and drama to keep audiences entertained, particularly for fans of thriller genres.
Critic Scores
Inheritance has received a mixed review by the critics
