The First Omen

119 min | 4 Apr 2024

Graphic injury detail, horror, childbirth scenes, sexual violence & suicide.

A young American woman ventures to Rome, ready to dedicate her life to the church. However, what begins as a noble path quickly spirals into a harrowing confrontation with darkness, shaking the very foundation of her faith.

In 'The First Omen,' a prequel to the iconic horror film series, a young American woman ventures to Rome, ready to dedicate her life to the church. However, what begins as a noble path quickly spirals into a harrowing confrontation with darkness, shaking the very foundation of her faith. In this chilling tale, she unveils a sinister plot aiming to unleash pure evil upon the world.

Featuring a stellar cast including Nell Tiger Free ('Servant'), Tawfeek Barhom ('Mary Magdalene'), Sonia Braga ('Kiss of the Spider Woman'), Ralph Ineson ('The Northman'), and Bill Nighy ('Living'), 'The First Omen' promises an enthralling cinematic experience.

Directed by Arkasha Stevenson, this gripping narrative builds upon the iconic characters created by David Seltzer ('The Omen'). With a captivating story by Ben Jacoby ('Bleed') and a screenplay crafted by Tim Smith, Arkasha Stevenson, and Keith Thomas ('Firestarter'), prepare for an unforgettable journey into darkness.

Director
Arkasha Stevenson
Cast
Bill Nighy, Ralph Ineson, Sônia Braga, Nell Tiger Free, Tawfeek Barhom
Genre
Horror, Thriller
Rating
R16 (Graphic injury detail, horror, childbirth scenes, sexual violence & suicide.)
Release Date
4 April 2024
Runtime
119 min