We’re now well into October, and as the creepy season approaches, all horror fans are no doubt gearing up for some new great horror movies with plenty of jump scares, gore, guts, and mysterious ghosts, so why not get some demonic possession there too? Well, genre fans are waiting for this Halloween as the new supernatural horror Prey for the devil touches our screens. Directed by Daniel Stamm and written by Robert Zappia, in October we get something totally new with this brand new supernatural horror.
We all undoubtedly know exorcism movies, from classics like the exorcist to the conjure and Annabelle franchises. Yet we don’t always pay attention to the fact that in these films it seems that women are typically victims of demonic possession, while the rescuers are played by men. However, Prey for the devil October brings us something else, where not only the protagonist is a woman, but also someone who performs the exorcism and breaking of long-standing rules. Pray for the devil essentially spins those gender roles on their heads and will hopefully explore more of the female priest’s life.
With Halloween right around the corner, let’s take a look at the upcoming horror movie’s plot, cast, and release date to get fans in the perfect spooky mood.
Prey for the devil: the conspiracy
There’s no denying that fans are ready for another solid supernatural horror movie. the plot of Prey for the devil follows the opening of a new school established by the Catholic Church at a time of mass panic and a worrying proliferation of demonic possessions. They plan to train new priests in performing exorcisms, and we meet young Sister Ann, who (although women performing exorcisms are banned) has a remarkable talent.
The official synopsis reads:
In response to a worldwide increase in demonic possessions, the Catholic Church is reopening exorcism schools to train priests in the Rite of Exorcism. On this spiritual battlefield, an unlikely warrior rises: a young nun, Sister Ann (Jacqueline Byers). Although nuns are forbidden from performing exorcisms, a professor (Colin Salmon) recognizes Sister Ann’s gifts and agrees to train her. As she and fellow student Father Dante (Christian Navarro) find themselves on the spiritual frontline, Sister Ann finds herself in a battle for the soul of a young girl (whom Sister Ann believes is possessed by the same demon that her own mother had killed years ago). tormented), and soon realizes that the devil has her right where he wants her… and in response to a worldwide proliferation of demonic possessions, the Catholic Church reopens exorcism schools to train priests in the rite of exorcism. On this spiritual battlefield, an unlikely warrior rises: a young nun, Sister Ann (Jacqueline Byers). Although nuns are forbidden from performing exorcisms, a professor (Colin Salmon) recognizes Sister Ann’s gifts and agrees to train her. As she and fellow student Father Dante (Christian Navarro) find themselves on the spiritual frontline, Sister Ann finds herself in a battle for the soul of a young girl (whom Sister Ann believes is possessed by the same demon that her own mother had killed years ago). tormented), and soon realizes that the devil has her where he wants her… and he wants in it.
Fortunately, when a professor notices her, he decides not to obey them and risks everything to train her. Sister Ann soon finds herself fighting for the soul of a young girl who she believes is tormented by the same demon that attacked her own mother years earlier. Prey for the devil also delved into the complicated and awkward relationship between Sister Ann and her mother. When Sister Ann realizes that her mother’s depressive state is something much darker and angrier than she suspected, we can honestly say she’s been traumatized.
Sister Ann looks evil in the face and does her best to fight for her mother and her love; but she soon realizes some similarities with the young girl and soon understands that the devil has her wrapped around his little finger.
Prey for the devil: the cast
Prey for the devil features an exciting and gripping cast that brings the story to life. The main character of the movie main character, sister Annis played by Jacqueline Byers, who fans will also recognize from Bad Samaritan, ordinary days, Rescue, timeless, and roadies. Sister Ann is also shown in flashbacks of her childhood, where Debora Zhecheva plays the young Ann. Zhecheva appeared on our screens quite recently in 2019 in Child of Wisdom, Stalker: The Curse of the Zone, Chernobyl: traces of the past, and the show Authority.
Father Quinn, Ann’s trainer, is played by Colin Salmon. The actor has appeared in three James Bond movies and as James “One” Shade in the Resident Evil series. He also recently played General Zod in the series krypton. Best known as Billy Flynn in the original West End production of Chicago, Ben Cross will play Cardinal Matthews. He will also be joined by Christian Navarro as Father Dante. Navarro will be most recognized by fans for appearing on Netflix 13 reasons whyas well as 2016’s vinyl and 2015 rosewood.
Lisa Palfrey, known for her performances in Line of Duty, Pride, and Guest house Paradise, will appear as Sister Euphemia. Nicholas Ralph will play Vader Raymond. The actor is best known for playing James Herriot in All beings, great and small. Rounding out the cast is Velizar Binev as Father Bernhard, known for his performance in The gray zone, Endless nightand Undisputed 2: Last Man Standing.
Publication date
Fans won’t have to wait long now before they can practice for some exorcism. Prey for the devil will appear on our screens in a few weeks, just days before Halloween, on October 28, 2022. For now, be careful; you don’t know who might be possessed around you.