Chapter 27 is a powerful and thought-provoking film that delves into the mind of Mark David Chapman, the man who murdered John Lennon outside his New York apartment building, The Dakota, on December 8, 1980. The film takes place over the course of three days leading up to the tragic event and offers a poignant and unsettling portrayal of Chapman's descent into madness. The film begins with Chapman's arrival in New York City, where he quickly becomes obsessed with meeting Lennon and getting him to sign a copy of his album, "Imagine." As the days pass, Chapman's mental state begins to deteriorate rapidly, fueled by his obsession with Lennon and his own delusions of grandeur. He becomes increasingly paranoid, socially awkward, and detached from reality, leading to confrontations with those around him. Chapman's inner turmoil is conveyed through a series of intense and emotionally charged scenes, showcasing the depth of his psychological instability. The film's title, Chapter 27 , refers to the fact that J.D. Salinger's novel, The Catcher in the Rye , which Chapman was obsessed with, has 26 chapters - and Chapman saw himself as writing the 27th chapter of the book, which would be the story of his own life and his encounter with Lennon. The film features a talented cast, including Jared Leto as Chapman and Mark Lindsay Chapman as John Lennon. The performances are top-notch throughout, bringing to life the complex and deeply disturbing nature of Chapman's psyche. Overall, Chapter 27 is a gripping drama that offers a chilling exploration into the mind of Mark David Chapman - a man whose distorted sense of reality led him to commit one of the most shocking crimes in music history.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Chapter 27 include Unthinkable, Law Abiding Citizen, No Country for Old Men, The Departed, The Lincoln Lawyer, Back in the Day.

Chapter 27 was released in theaters on January 25, 2007.