The Happening

"The Happening" is a suspense thriller that follows Elliot Moore, a high school science teacher, and his wife Alma as they navigate a mysterious and deadly airborne phenomenon decimating the northeastern United States. As cities become contaminated and society begins to unravel, Elliot and Alma venture into the countryside seeking safety while trying to uncover the truth behind the crisis, which could be terrorism, a toxic military accident, or a more sinister force at play.

Trivia:
1. Director M. Night Shyamalan originally conceived "The Happening" as an ecological thriller focusing on nature's retaliation against humanity, inspired by environmental concerns.
2. Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel, who play the lead couple, have reportedly joked about the film's tone and performances, with Wahlberg often reflecting on the unique blend of thriller and surreal elements in the movie.
3. The film's choreography of people suddenly succumbing to the airborne toxin was done with minimal CGI to maintain a more realistic and unsettling effect, requiring extensive coordination on set.

Main Cast of The Happening

Crew of The Happening