Hellraiser

A young woman named Riley McKendry struggles with addiction when she discovers a peculiar carved box that seems to promise relief. Touching it, she awakens a danger she cannot explain, drawing her into a web of ritual and longing. The device acts as a doorway to a brutal realm where the Cenobites, beings who fuse pleasure with pain, test her limits and push her toward choices she may regret. As Riley's allies grow wary, she must weigh the lure of escape against the horror that follows, while the line between craving and peril grows dangerously thin. Alongside her own battle, friends and a wary partner sense something is wrong, as strange symbols appear and warnings escalate. The mood remains claustrophobic and grim, grounding otherworldly terrors in a harsh urban reality.

Directed by David Bruckner, this 2022 Hellraiser revisits Clive Barker's premise with a screenplay by David S. Goyer and Ben Collins, released on Hulu; Odessa A'zion plays Riley, Jamie Clayton appears as The Priest.

Critics noted a tense horror that leans into body horror and psychological unease. The film digs into addiction and guilt while keeping focus on character choice and the cost of curiosity rather than spectacle alone. Several reviews drew comparisons to Barker's original in tone, praising practical effects and restrained pacing.

The 2022 release renews the Cenobites for a streaming audience, with Jamie Clayton's performance sparking chatter among fans. Visuals of the box and the aesthetic sparked debates about the franchise's direction and Barker's lore. Fans praised the box design and visuals, nodding to Barker while aiming for a streaming era.

Box office figures reflect a streaming-first launch and limited theatrical visibility, with a reported gross of 10,303 dollars, underscoring the shift away from traditional cinema for this title. Most viewers watched on Hulu, and the film leaves a small but devoted streaming audience with a sharper sense of Barker's mythos updated for a modern era.