Unholy Terror: Nicolas Cage’s Biblical Horror Trailer Drops, Revealing Satan Himself
The trailer for the genre-bending film The Carpenter’s Son has officially dropped, and it confirms this is far from a traditional religious film. Set in a remote village in Roman-era Egypt, the film follows Joseph (Nicolas Cage), Mary (FKA twigs), and their teenage son, Jesus (Noah Jupe), as they live under constant threat, clinging to their faith.
The trailer reveals that the story spirals into outright spiritual warfare when a mysterious stranger (Isla Johnston) attempts to lure the young boy away from his devout father’s rules. This encounter sparks growing chaos and violence, as the terrified Joseph realizes a demonic power is at work.
A Dark and Heretical Inspiration-
The film is written and directed by Lotfy Nathan, who draws inspiration from the apocryphal text The Infancy Gospel of Thomas. This text, rejected as heresy by the Church, portrays the teenage years of Jesus as a conflicted young man grappling with powers that are both miraculous and destructive.
The final moments of the trailer deliver the chilling reveal that the boy’s seemingly harmless playmate is none other than Satan himself. The official synopsis promises “unshakeable images of the divine and demonic at war,” and the trailer’s dark, psychological visuals suggest the film will deliver.
Casting and Release Details-
The film features a compelling and unexpected cast:
• Nicolas Cage as Joseph (The Carpenter)
• FKA twigs as Mary (The Mother)
• Noah Jupe as Jesus (The Boy)
• Isla Johnston as Satan (The Mysterious Stranger)
The film is rated R for strong/bloody violent content and nudity. It is set to open in theaters nationwide on November 14, 2025.
