The Knife

A young Black family consisting of Chris, his wife Alex, and their two daughters seeks to build a stable future together. Their lives are disrupted one night when a stranger mysteriously enters their home. As the situation escalates, the family must deal with the consequences of their choices while Detective Carlsen conducts a persistent investigation to uncover the truth of the encounter.

Directed by Nnamdi Asomugha, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Mark Duplass and stars as Chris, this American drama thriller was released on August 15, 2025. The cast includes Melissa Leo as Detective Carlsen, Aja Naomi King as Alex, and Manny Jacinto as Officer Padilla, with Amari Alexis Price and Aiden Gabrielle Price appearing as the daughters. The film was produced by Relativity Media, Duplass Brothers Productions, Iam21 Entertainment, and Inaugural Entertainment. It has a total runtime of 82 minutes.