The Sleepwatcher

The Sleepwatcher is a comedy from the United States that utilizes a photo-montage style to tell its story. The plot centers on a group of friends during a camping trip who find themselves hunted by a mysterious nocturnal entity.

Produced by Guaranteed* Video, the film was directed by Kevin J. James and written by Neil Cicierega. The cast features Ryan Murphy as the narrator, while Neil Cicierega takes on the role of the titular creature. Other roles are played by Ben, Emmy, Alex, and Lindsay Small-Butera. The short film has a total runtime of five minutes and was released on October 27, 2025.