In the 18th century, a Scottish craftsman named Phillip Lemarchand becomes obsessed with creating a mysterious puzzle, a device that serves not only as a toy but also as a gateway to the unknown. However, what he does not realize is that his creation will open a portal to a world of atrocities and suffering. When the Cenobites, interdimensional demons led by the enigmatic Pinhead, enter his life, Phillip finds himself trapped in a cycle of horror and pain that spans generations.
Fast-forwarding to the 20th century, we meet Phillip's descendant, researcher Alex, who has dedicated his life to following the family legacy and stopping the evil forces unleashed by his ancestor. With the help of his wife and his friend, Alex discovers that the puzzle is not just an object of fascination, but a powerful artifact that can be both a curse and a possible salvation. In a race against time, he confronts the Cenobites, each more terrifying than the last, while unraveling the secrets of his family.
With unexpected twists and an unsettling journey through family history, he must find a way to close the door that brings together the worlds and face the demons, both external and internal, before it's too late. Alex's struggle to free himself from the tragic family legacy becomes a fight for survival in a world where pain is the only constant and hope seems distant.