Demon: Scott Adkins (2025)

Demon: Scott Adkins (2025) - Battles the Supernatural in Gritty New Action-Horror Film

Scott Adkins, known worldwide for his high-octane martial arts films, steps into terrifying new territory with Demon (2025) — a brutal and atmospheric action-horror hybrid that blends demonic forces with bone-crushing hand-to-hand combat.

Directed by Marcus Lang, Demon follows the story of Jack Talon (Adkins), a former black-ops soldier haunted by past missions. When he’s called to investigate a series of ritualistic murders in a remote village, Talon discovers that a dark, ancient force has been awakened — and it’s feeding on fear, violence, and death.

Far from a typical action film, Demon is steeped in horror mythology and psychological tension. The film balances brutal, expertly choreographed fight scenes with moments of dread and suspense. Adkins delivers a raw and emotionally driven performance, showing a more vulnerable side of the action veteran.

“Jack Talon isn’t a superhero — he’s broken, and that’s what makes him dangerous,” Adkins shared in a press junket. “This role allowed me to dig deeper, to explore fear, trauma, and what it really means to fight evil — inside and out.”

The supporting cast includes Katrina Law as a determined occult scholar with secrets of her own, and Hiroyuki Sanada in a chilling role as a guardian of forbidden knowledge.

With impressive practical effects, eerie set designs, and a score that pulses with dread, Demon is shaping up to be one of 2025’s must-see genre films. Early buzz from test screenings suggests that the film will appeal to fans of both hardcore action and supernatural thrillers.

Demon hits theaters on October 17, 2025, just in time to send chills down Halloween audiences' spines.