Lifetime has just released the trailer for its upcoming movie, ‘Buried Alive and Survived, adding to its fall slate of ‘Ripped from the Headlines’ films. The movie, set to premiere on September 21st, stars Eva Marcille, Tyler Lepley, Christie Leverette, Mikhail Keize, Lamar K. Cheston, and Jaeden White.
Inspired by a story by Nigel Campbell, in ‘Buried Alive and Survived,’ Marcille portrays Alicia, a woman whose life takes a terrifying turn when her ex-husband Victor, played by Lepley, is released from prison. Following his release, Victor attempts to reconcile with her and when she refuses, he buries her alive. Alicia miraculously escapes and embarks on a desperate search for her son, Malcolm (White), all while trying to stay one step ahead of Victor’s relentless pursuit.
The movie is produced by Swirl Films, with executive producers Abbey Sibucao, Ron Robinson, and Eric Tomosunas. Directed by Manu Boyer, known for “Girl in the Basement,” and with a teleplay by Gregory Small and Richard Blaney, “Buried Alive and Survived” is set to deliver the gripping drama Lifetime fans have come to expect.
This film is part of Lifetime’s ‘Ripped from the Headlines’ collection for September, which also includes “He Slid Into Her DMs,” starring Courtney Thorne-Smith (“Melrose Place,” “Ally McBeal”) and Stella Gregg (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D,” “Trust Me”).
Catch “Buried Alive and Survived” on September 21 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, only on Lifetime. Watch the newly released trailer above to get a glimpse of the suspense and drama that await.