In a world suddenly and terrifyingly plunged into darkness, a mysterious cosmic event leaves nearly all of humanity blind. Amidst the chaos, a new and monstrous threat emerges from the shadows: the Triffids, towering, venomous plants capable of movement and a terrifying hunger for human flesh. Howard Keel stars as Bill Masen, a biologist who retains his sight and finds himself one of the few who can navigate the apocalyptic landscape. He joins forces with other survivors, including the resourceful Susan Janette Scott and the determined Christine Nicole Maurey, in a desperate struggle for survival. Directed by Mike Newell, this chilling horror film pits a small band of humanity against a relentless, creeping enemy, crafting a tense atmosphere of paranoia and dread as society crumbles and the very flora of the Earth turns against its former masters.