One rainy night, Sergeant-Major Morris visits an old Army buddy, Bernard White, and his family. He brings with him a mysterious relic -- a monkey's paw -- said to have the magical power to grant wishes. After Morris leaves, Bernard makes a wish... and nothing happens. However, unimaginable tragedy soon strikes the White household.

Based on the short story by W.W. Jacobs, adapted and directed by Dee Beardsley, and produced by Scott Young, Dee Beardsley, John Ruff, and Prithwish Maji. Music was provided by the Fiechter Brothers. Sound engineering was provided by Prithwish Maji.

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