Directed by John Huston, is a gripping film noir set in a Florida hotel during a fierce storm.
War veteran Frank McCloud visits the hotel run by the disillusioned Nora Temple, the widow of his deceased army friend.
The hotel soon becomes a tense battleground when a group of gangsters led by the menacing Johnny Rocco takes over, seeking refuge from the storm.
Trapped by the weather and outnumbered, McCloud must navigate a dangerous game of wits with Rocco to protect the guests and overcome the criminals.