Longlegs, a horror film directed by Osgood Perkins, follows FBI Agent Lee Harker (played by Maika Monroe) investigating a series of family murder-suicides linked by cryptic notes signed 'Longlegs.' The movie combines occult and supernatural elements, with Nicolas Cage portraying the elusive serial killer. Perkins explained that the killer's name, 'Longlegs,' was chosen for its sound and vintage quality, lacking a specific meaning. The film's narrative involves a personal connection between Harker and the killer, leading to a race against time to prevent further tragedies. Real-life events, like the JonBenét Ramsey case, inspired the twist involving the killer's use of dolls to manipulate victims. Longlegs has received critical acclaim and achieved significant success at the box office since its release.