Drop

Drop plunges you into a tightly wound, pulse-pounding thriller that unfolds over the course of one fateful night. Meghann Fahy delivers a powerhouse performance as Violet, a therapist and domestic abuse survivor who’s tentatively stepping back into the dating world years after the loss of her husband. Her first date, dinner with the charming Henry (Brandon Sklenar), takes a sharp left turn into chaos when she starts receiving ominous, anonymous Air Drops. The messages are chilling: if she doesn’t comply, her young son’s life is at stake.

What follows is a suspenseful roller coaster ride through psychological manipulation, deception, and violence, reminiscent of classic Hitchcock, yet with a modern digital twist.

Director Christopher Landon, known for genre-bending films like Freaky, Happy Death Day 2U, and Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse, proves he's capable of shifting gears. With Drop, he delivers a darker, more emotionally grounded story that tackles weighty themes such as domestic trauma, suicide, and systemic corruption, all while maintaining a razor-sharp sense of tension and entertainment.

Fahy is utterly compelling as Violet, nervous, vulnerable, yet fiercely resilient. Her character’s arc, from tentative first date jitters to desperate mother fighting to protect her child, is gripping and deeply human. Brandon Sklenar (It Ends With Us, Westworld) is equally engaging as Henry, whose growing confusion and frustration add layers of mystery and intrigue to their increasingly strange evening.

The film cleverly plays on modern fears about digital privacy and the invasive nature of technology. After watching Drop, you might just think twice about leaving your Bluetooth on in public.

While some have labelled it a horror film, Drop leans more heavily into the psychological thriller and mystery territory. Horror fans may still find plenty to enjoy, but its true strength lies in its suspense and character-driven narrative.

Final Verdict:
At just over an hour and a half, Drop is a taut, cleverly executed thriller that doesn’t overstay its welcome. With smart direction, strong performances, and a mystery that keeps you guessing until the end, it’s well worth your time. If you’re into twisty thrillers with a dash of emotional depth, Drop delivers and then some. A re-watch wouldn’t go amiss either.