When medical student Marty places an ad for a roommate, her ad is answered by handsome, clean-cut Alec. At first Alec seems to be a wonderful roommate; supportive, considerate and a real friend. However, Alec's affection turns to obsession as he plots to manipulate and control all aspects of Marty's life, imprison her in her own apartment and make her his
Acting
Adam Baldwin's unsettling nice-guy turn before Firefly fame.
Production
Peak 1992 made-for-TV aesthetic—soft focus, big hair, bigger stakes.
Director
Douglas Jackson
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Justine Bateman was fresh off Family Ties, making this her deliberate 'dark' career pivot.
This aired the same year as Single White Female—1992 was apparently peak 'roommate from hell' anxiety.
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