“Butchers” (2020) is a Canadian horror film directed by Adrian Langley. It follows a group of friends who become stranded in a remote, desolate area and fall victim to a family of sadistic butchers. The story is a brutal survival tale set in a backwoods environment, echoing elements of classic slasher and exploitation horror films.

The film opens with a brutal scene, introducing the Watson family, a group of psychopathic butchers who live in a secluded rural area. The family consists of the menacing brothers, Owen and Oswald, and their equally depraved accomplices. They kidnap, torture, and murder anyone who crosses their path. The main story begins when a group of young friends—Sophie, Jenna, Mike, and Chris—are traveling through the countryside. Their car breaks down, leaving them stranded. Unbeknownst to them, they are dangerously close to the Watsons’ territory. While seeking help, they stumble into the clutches of the Watsons. One by one, the group members are captured and subjected to the family’s twisted games. As they fight for survival, they uncover the full extent of the Watsons’ brutality and the grim fate of the family’s past victims.

The film focuses on the psychological and physical torment of the captives while showcasing the deranged mindset of the Watson brothers. As the captives attempt to escape, alliances are tested, and the film descends into a bloody and harrowing climax.