A harmless game turns deadly as friends face chilling consequences for lies or refused dares.
Suspenseful and tense. A full-attention watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on Max.
It stays inside its PG-13, with real scares and several jump scares.
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A harmless game of "Truth or Dare" among friends turns deadly when someone—or something—begins to punish those who tell a lie—or refuse the dare.
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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