A murderer, dubbed "The Avenger," is terrorizing London, targeting blonde women. When a mysterious stranger arrives at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bunting, seeking a place to stay, he sets off a chain of events that puts the entire household in danger. The stranger's presence sparks suspicion, particularly in the detective investigating the case, who becomes increasingly jealous of his connection to the Buntings' daughter, a blonde model.
The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog
The new lodger in a London landlady's boarding house is shrouded in mystery, and she becomes increasingly convinced that he is the notorious serial killer terrorizing the city, preying on unsuspecting women.