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Van Der Beek's Final Role: Pastor's Terrifying Secret
18 Feb
Summary
- James Van Der Beek stars as a pastor with a dark secret.
- The horror film 'The Gates' is one of his final roles.
- Three friends find themselves in a fight for survival.
The trailer for the horror film 'The Gates' has been released, featuring James Van Der Beek in one of his last performances. In the film, Van Der Beek plays Pastor Jacob, who wields a sinister influence over his community.
The thriller centers on three friends who take a shortcut and witness a murder. They soon find themselves in a desperate battle for survival against Pastor Jacob and his followers, who have sinister intentions.
'The Gates' is set to premiere on March 13. This film marks one of the final projects for Van Der Beek, who sadly passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 48 after a battle with bowel cancer.
His family announced his passing, sharing that he faced his illness with courage and grace. Van Der Beek is remembered for his roles and is survived by his wife, Kimberly, and their six children.
