 Ten years have passed since the death of millionaire, Cyrus Norman. Cosby, Cyrus  attorney, has gathered Cyrus  6 remaining relatives to his New Orleans  mansion for Cyrus  "reading of the will". To the others disappointment, Joyce is the sole heir, but, due to a streak of insanity running in the family, a second will has been made in case Joyce falls victim to it. This puts Joyce in danger. Suddenly, Miss Lu, Cyrus  maid, appears and warns them that the spirits have told her that one of them will die that night. Following this, Hendrick, a prison guard, warns them that, "The Cat", a homicidal maniac has escaped. This sets up Cyrus  relatives with a night filled with murders, mysteries and intrigue.