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Lionsgate Unleashes “The Gates” Official Trailer Starring James Van Der Beek in Final Film Role

By: Michael Jacobs – Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS Movie News

LOS ANGELES — (February 18, 2026) — Lionsgate has released the chilling official trailer for The Gates, an upcoming horror-thriller set for a limited theatrical release on March 13, 2026.

Directed by John Burr, The Gates stars James Van Der Beek in what marks his final film performance, portraying a sinister pastor at the center of a secluded religious community hiding dark secrets.

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A Road Trip Turns Into a Fight for Survival

In The Gates, three college friends — played by Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, and Keith Powers — take a shortcut through a remote, gated religious enclave.

What begins as a harmless detour quickly spirals into terror after they witness a brutal murder inside the compound.

Trapped within the isolated community, the trio must fight for survival against a cult-like congregation led by Van Der Beek’s unnervingly composed pastor.

The film’s tagline sets the tone:

“One way in. No way out.”

A Tense and Emotional Final Performance

The Gates carries added emotional weight as it showcases one of the final screen performances from James Van Der Beek before his passing. Early reactions to the trailer highlight his unsettling transformation into a charismatic yet deeply menacing spiritual leader.

The supporting cast includes Brad Leland, rounding out a suspense-driven ensemble that blends psychological tension with visceral horror elements.

Horror/Thriller with an R Rating

Produced under the Lionsgate Premiere banner, The Gates is rated R for:

Violence
Strong language
Some sexual references
Brief drug use

The trailer emphasizes atmospheric dread, claustrophobic settings, and escalating paranoia — hallmarks of modern religious cult thrillers.

Theatrical Release Date

The Gates arrives in select theaters nationwide on March 13, 2026.

Watch the official trailer now and prepare for a tense, high-stakes thriller that blends faith, fear, and survival.

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