Lifetime’s creepy new thriller is about doomsday-prepper neighbors with a terrifying secret

Get the popcorn ready. Lifetime is bringing another suspenseful thriller to your Saturday night lineup with the premiere of “The Couple Across the Street.”

The new drama follows a family who takes shelter with their “doomsday prepper” neighbors following a community lockdown. But they quickly realize their neighbors true motives are sinister.

“The Couple Across the Street” premieres on Lifetime Sunday, March 8 at 8 p.m. Here’s everything you need to know about the new movie, including how to watch and stream it without cable.

How to watch ‘The Couple Across the Street’ without cable

If you don’t have traditional cable, you can still watch the Lifetime movie live through several streaming services that offer free trials or flexible plans.

What is the movie about?

According to Lifetime’s official synopsis, “When a family seeks refuge with their “doomsday prepper” neighbors during a community lockdown, they start to suspect their hosts have dangerous intentions, until a shocking twist reveals the real threat was far closer than they ever imagined.”

Cast: Jenny Raven, Brett Geddes, Presley Allard, William MacDonald

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