Devil's Peak

Set in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, the story follows eighteen-year-old Jacob McNeely. He faces a difficult choice between satisfying the demands of his father, a powerful methamphetamine trafficker, and escaping the region permanently with the girl he loves. As he attempts to break free from his father's control, he must confront a man determined to maintain absolute loyalty from those around him.

Directed by Ben Young, this crime drama is the third feature film in his career, following Hounds of Love and Extinction. The screenplay was written by Robert Knott, who also served as a producer alongside Josh Kesselman and Robin Wright. The movie features a cast including Billy Bob Thornton, Brian d'Arcy James, Jackie Earle Haley, Robin Wright, Emma Booth, and Katelyn Nacon.

Released in February 2023, the film has a runtime of 98 minutes. It received a moderate reception from audiences, earning a rating of 5.4/10 on IMDb based on 1,500 votes and a score of 5.5/10 on TMDB from 49 votes.