Duplex

Duplex is a 2003 American black comedy film directed by Danny DeVito and starring Ben Stiller and Drew Barrymore. The movie is about a young couple, Alex and Nancy, who purchase a Brooklyn brownstone duplex with the hope of starting a new life. However, their dream home comes with a nightmarish neighbor, Mrs. Connelly, who lives on the rent-controlled top floor. At first, Alex and Nancy try to be friendly with Mrs. Connelly, but her constant noise and disruptive behavior quickly becomes unbearable. They attempt to file a noise complaint against her, but she retaliates by filing a harassment charge against them. As the situation escalates, the couple becomes increasingly frustrated and desperate to get rid of their manipulative neighbor. In a series of homicidal fantasies, Alex and Nancy envision ways to eliminate Mrs. Connelly. They eventually hire a hitman named Chick to kill her for $25,000. However, Chick fails in his attempt, and Mrs. Connelly is left injured but alive. Alex and Nancy return to save her from the burning duplex but are ultimately arrested for their involvement in the hitman's plan. Duplex received mixed reviews from critics but was a moderate box office success, grossing over $100 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. The film's dark humor and outrageous situations have made it a cult classic, with many fans praising its over-the-top performances and satirical take on the perils of city living.

You can stream Duplex on: Apple TV

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Duplex include Keeping Mum, EuroTrip, Old School, Not Another Teen Movie, Best in Show, Me, Myself & Irene.