James Van Der Beek’s final screen role has been revealed, with the late actor set to make his final film appearance in the upcoming thriller The gateswhich hits theaters on March 13.
A newly released trailer confirms that Van Der Beek is a shaky and corrupt priest named Jacob, marking a dark and striking farewell performance.
The film is about three friends who accidentally witness a murder while driving through a closed area.
What begins as a chance encounter quickly turns into a fight for survival as the trio become targets of Jacob and the neighborhood’s disturbing residents.
In the trailer, Van Der Beek’s character delivers an ominous warning to society.
“I have been called to lead this community and those boys seek to destroy us. Find them and let God’s will be done.”
Later, as he holds the young men at gunpoint, he adds, “You’ve seen what happens when people get in my way.”
The film is directed by John Burr, who also developed the story from his own screenplay. The cast includes Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, Keith Powers and Brad Leland.
Van Der Beek was known for playing Dawson Leery in Dawson’s Creeka role that made him a household name.
Before his death on February 11, Van Der Beek had also completed work on a recurring role in Ellean upcoming Legally blonde prequel series for Amazon Prime Video.
Produced by Gary Glushon, Ross Kohn and Nancy Leopardi, The gates now stands as Van Der Beek’s final cinematic chapter, offering audiences a final look at an actor unafraid to take on bold and unexpected roles right to the end.
Clock The gates starring James Van Der Beek below:
