Malignant

In 1993, Dr. Florence Weaver and her colleagues at Simion Research Hospital encountered Gabriel, a psychiatric patient with extraordinary powers. During one fateful night, these powers manifested violently, leading to the tragic deaths of several staff members.

Fast forward to 2021, pregnant Madison Lake returns home to Seattle feeling unwell. After a tumultuous fight with her husband Derek, she locks herself in her bedroom, ultimately awakening to find him dead, following a chilling dream in which she witnessed an intruder committing the act.

Madison regains consciousness in the hospital to hear from her sister Sydney that she lost her unborn child due to the violent assault. This heartbreaking news marks the beginning of her unraveling connection with Gabriel.

That same evening, Gabriel, embodying his sinister nature, abducts a woman from the Seattle Underground Tour, further intensifying the investigation into his motives. Madison is haunted by nightmares of Gabriel's horrific actions, escalating her anxiety.

As the investigation unfolds, detectives uncover a childhood photograph of Madison in Dr. Weaver's home, hinting at a deeper connection. This discovery leads Madison and Sydney to confront the trauma of their shared past.

Madison, compelled by her sister's support, seeks out their mother Jeanne to understand their family's history. In a shocking twist, Madison realizes that Gabriel, once thought to be a mere figment of her imagination, was indeed a real part of her life.

Shaw and his team use psychiatric hypnotherapy in a desperate attempt to recover Madison’s lost memories. Through this process, Madison learns her true identity as Emily May, and the shocking intent behind Gabriel's previous manipulations and actions.

In a dramatic twist, Serena May, Madison's biological mother, reveals herself when falling from the attic. This shocking discovery leads to the realization that Gabriel has been living in Madison's home, further complicating their family dynamic.

As Sydney investigates the now-defunct Simion hospital, she learns a harrowing truth: Gabriel is Madison's twin brother, removed during their birth. This revelation sheds light on the parasitic relationship that has developed between them over the years.

Provoked by inmates at a facility, Gabriel breaks free, using his superhuman abilities to commit a massacre. His escape sets off a chain of events that puts everyone around Madison at risk.

In a tense standoff at the hospital, Gabriel confronts Shaw and Sydney, leading to serious injuries and chaos. The danger escalates as Madison races to reclaim her life and confront the nightmares plaguing her.

Sydney reveals the devastating truth that Gabriel's presence led to Madison's miscarriages, feeding off her unborn children. This shocking information ignites an inner strength within Madison, spurring her to reclaim her autonomy.

In an intense mental duel, Madison confronts Gabriel within her mind, asserting her control over him. This surreal encounter allows her to imprison Gabriel, seizing his powers for her own, reestablishing dominance over her life.

Returning to the hospital, Madison uses her new powers to free Sydney from danger, leading to a heartfelt reunion. Despite their lack of blood ties, Madison expresses her pride in their sisterly connection, solidifying their bond.

As the sisters embrace, a flicker hints at Gabriel's lingering essence, suggesting that the menace is not entirely eradicated. Madison assures that she will be ready should he return, indicating a lingering threat ahead.