The Carpenter's Son

A remote Roman-era Egyptian village is disrupted when a simple carpenter, his partner and their young son start to experience strange, escalating phenomena. What begins as odd noises and fleeting shadows turns into a sustained campaign of spiritual aggression that unsettles the community. The Carpenter, stoic and practical, tries to protect his family while neighbors split along lines of fear, faith and rumor. As ritual, superstition and a creeping sense of dread tighten around the household, the stakes grow personal and moral, and ordinary tasks turn dangerous. The film keeps its mysteries intact as it follows the family under siege, avoiding clear answers while heightening tension and atmosphere.

Released in 2025, The Carpenter's Son was directed by Lotfy Nathan and features Nicolas Cage as The Carpenter, with Noah Jupe, FKA twigs, Isla Johnston and Souheila Yacoub in key roles.

The film saw a limited theatrical release in 2025, reaching select markets rather than a wide global rollout. Because of its narrow distribution, box office totals were modest and comprehensive worldwide figures were not widely reported.

Critical reaction has been mixed, averaging 5.2/10 from 35 votes. Reviewers often commented on the movie's strong sense of place and period detail, along with Cage's unpredictable performance. Some critics praised the mood and imagery, while others pointed to uneven pacing and symbolism that felt heavy-handed. Recurring themes include parental protection, the clash between communal faith and private belief, and how old rites can be reinterpreted as menace.

Nicolas Cage's involvement generated notable online interest, drawing attention from genre fans and film communities. The movie's fusion of ancient religious elements with intimate family horror prompted conversations about how historical settings can be used in modern supernatural stories. Visual moments and specific scenes circulated on social feeds, helping the film find a niche audience among viewers interested in atmospheric, period-inflected horror.