Beyond the Door

Jessica is a young English mother living in San Francisco who discovers she is pregnant. Over the course of the pregnancy, she undergoes mood swings, terrifying visions, and escalating supernatural phenomena. The demonic influence intensifies into possession, leading her to confront her vulnerability while trying to protect her children. The revelation that the child could be the Antichrist reframes her fears as a battle for her family.

Robert is a music executive and Jessica's husband who is drawn into a dangerous situation when a mysterious Dimitri instructs him to sequester Jessica. He grapples with protecting his family while facing mounting supernatural threats. His loyalties are tested as fear and manipulation threaten the domestic unit. The strain reveals the fragility of trust under extraordinary circumstances.

Dimitri is a lover from Jessica's past who is revealed to be a Satanist orchestrating events to ensure Jessica bears an Antichrist. He manipulates the situation to his advantage, exploiting the couple's vulnerability and the pregnancy. His presence drives the horror and shows how external malevolent forces can warp a seemingly ordinary life. He is ultimately destroyed by a demonic force, underscoring the supernatural calculus at play.

Barbara is the wife of Dr. George Staton and serves as a calming, supportive figure for Jessica. She provides a steady, practical perspective amid escalating fear and medical concerns. Barbara's involvement helps anchor the domestic sphere as the horror intensifies around the family.

Dr. George Staton is Jessica's obstetrician and friend who navigates a rapid, dangerous pregnancy with medical tests that yield no clear neurological cause. He advocates for Jessica's safety while contending with the increasingly perilous situation. His attempts to help are complicated by confinement and fear within the home.

Gail is the Barretts' daughter who endures the terrifying atmosphere and is haunted by the supernatural events unfolding in her home. She witnesses the household's unraveling and the threats to her family, showing resilience amid fear. Her perspective highlights the impact of the horror on the younger generation.

Ken is the Barretts' son who experiences the events alongside his sister. On his birthday, he receives a red toy car—an ominous clue connected to the Antichrist. In the final moment, his eyes glow green after dropping the car, implying he may be the actual Antichrist.