The Covenant (2006 film)

The Covenant is a 2006 American supernatural horror film directed by Renny Harlin and starring Steven Strait, Sebastian Stan, Taylor Kitsch, Toby Hemingway, and Chace Crawford.

The film centers around four young men attending the prestigious Spenser Academy, who are descended from families who settled in Ipswich, Massachusetts, in the 17th century. These families made a deal with the devil to gain powerful magical abilities. These powers, however, come with a price: when used excessively, they lead to a rapid aging process and eventual death.

As the four friends approach their eighteenth birthdays, they begin to experience the full extent of their inherited powers. Simultaneously, a mysterious entity begins stalking them, leading to a series of violent events. They must uncover the secrets of their past and confront the dark forces threatening to consume them.

The film explores themes of power, temptation, and the burden of legacy. It received generally negative reviews upon release, with critics citing a weak plot and underdeveloped characters, though the visuals and performances of the young cast were occasionally praised. The Covenant was a moderate box office success.