Based on the Atari video game series, Alone in The Dark, is the story of Edward Carnby (Christian Slater) a private investigator focused on supernatural phenomenon. Carnby was raised at an orphanage, having lost his memory at age twelve. He has the ability to sense paranormal events. His work takes him to the distant regions of the world, as he searches for truth about the supernatural powers of ancient civilizations. Suddenly he is faced with a dark mystery and grave danger. With the help by his former girlfriend, Aline Cedrac (Tara Reid), and a bitter rival Richard Burke (Stephen Dorff), Carnby must face the deadly supernatural forces that threaten him.