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‘The Carpenter’s Son’ Trailer Debuts, Sets Nov. 14 Theatrical Release

Lotfy Nathan’s biblical horror led by Nicolas Cage reframes Jesus’ youth through apocryphal lore.

Overview

  • Magnolia Pictures and Magnet Releasing unveiled the first full trailer and confirmed a U.S. theatrical opening on November 14, 2025.
  • Nicolas Cage stars as Joseph, with FKA twigs as Mary and Noah Jupe as Jesus, alongside Isla Johnston as a mysterious figure.
  • The official synopsis places the story in Roman-era Egypt, where a family faces escalating supernatural forces and a demonic tempter.
  • Written and directed by Lotfy Nathan, the film draws on his Coptic background and the non-canonical Infancy Gospel of Thomas.
  • The movie carries an R rating for strong/bloody violent content and brief nudity; a new poster preceded the trailer as online petitions critical of the project circulate.