James Van Der Beek’s last movie position has been revealed. The late actor stars as a sinister pastor with a darkish secret within the trailer for upcoming thriller The Gates.
Directed by John Burr, The Gates follows three associates who witness a stunning homicide whereas driving by a non-public group throughout a highway journey. As residents grow to be suspicious of the boys, the trio are plunged into an sudden battle for survival when an area, charismatic church chief, performed by Van Der Beek, makes them his private targets following the mysterious crime.
“I’ve been known as upon to steer this group, and people boys search to destroy us. You’ve seen what occurs when individuals get in my means,” Van Der Beek’s highly effective pastor threatens within the trailer.
The Gates is anticipated to mark one of many late star’s last on-screen roles. Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, and Keith Powers additionally star within the movie, in theaters March 13, 2026.
Watch the newly launched trailer for The Gates, under:
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Van Der Beek died from colon most cancers final Wednesday (February 11) on the age of 48. The actor was recognized with stage 3 colorectal most cancers in 2023. He’s survived by his spouse Kimberly and their six kids: Olivia, Annabel, Emilia, Gwendolyn, Joshua, and Jeremiah.
Greatest identified for his starring position as angsty Dawson Leery on the enduring ‘90s teen drama Dawson’s Creek, Van Der Beek additionally appeared on reveals corresponding to Ugly Betty, Legal Minds, Clarissa Explains It All, One Tree Hill, How I Met Your Mom, and extra.
A few of his main characteristic movies embrace Varsity Blues, Downsizing, and Scary Film.
Van Der Beek will posthumously seem as Dean Wilson within the upcoming Legally Blonde prequel collection Elle, set to premiere on July 1, 2026.
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