Michael Perry is a well-known archaeologist working at the top of his field. After finding the burial site of a long forgotten king and excavating his tomb, things go terribly wrong. Michael has unknowingly released a truly sinister force into the world. Some things hidden should never be disturbed, and the darkness unearthed soon travels to the city. New York cop Steve Davis still grieves the loss of his wife and children in a horrific accident. After returning to work, he finds himselfalong with his partner Kelly Smithinvestigating one of the most bizarre cases the Big Apple has ever seen. After finding multiple bodies throughout the city, with no apparent cause of death, the pair discovers they are dealing with something supernatural. During the investigation, Kelly is brutally attacked and left for dead by the entity. Steve is immersed in a battle between good and evil. It is only by regaining his faith in God, with the help of the Archangel Gabriel, that Steve has any chance of putting an end to what Michael unleashed on the city that now threatens the very existence of the human race.