A dramatic switch occurs in ‘The Inheritance’ as the Abernathy family faces the consequences of their patriarch’s actions on his 75th birthday. Charles Abernathy, having spent a considerable time secluded in the mansion’s study, emerges to find his children being methodically hunted.
This sinister event is revealed to be part of a larger conspiracy that Charles seems to understand all too well. It falls upon the couple, Hannah and Drew, to unravel the mystery behind the malevolent force targeting their family.
The stakes are higher than ever as Hannah and Drew battle against time and unseen threats to protect their family (Photo: Hannah and Drew from The Inheritance/Paul Schiff Productions)The climax introduces a shocking revelation from Hannah that challenges both the curse and Charles’ intentions.
The Inheritance Plot Synopsis
The story kicks off with Charles Abernathy’s children—C.J., Kami, Madeline, and Drew—gathering at his estate to commemorate his milestone birthday. Although instructed to arrive solo, Drew chooses to bring his wife, Hannah.
As they exchange pleasantries at the estate, the family discovers Charles has fortified the mansion with an array of security measures. The head of this security, Miles, informs them that Charles wishes to speak with everyone. Concerned by the recent changes, the family heads to the study, where Charles delivers shocking news: he is dying.
Charles then reveals to his children his intention to leave his fortune to them, contingent upon their ability to keep him alive throughout the night against an unseen predator.
He insists that the matter is strictly a family affair and urges Hannah to depart with Miles. Defying his wishes, Hannah opts to remain. Meanwhile, the rest of the siblings choose to dismiss Charles’ concerns as eccentric, feeling hopeful that their father’s survival will bring them a substantial inheritance.
Later that evening, Kami ventures into the cellar for alcohol but is disturbed by a menacing growl. Shortly thereafter, she is brutally attacked by an unseen assailant at the pool.
When Drew and Hannah inform C.J. and Madeline about Kami’s disappearance, the atmosphere grows tense as the siblings plot to secure their father’s wealth without conflict. The discovery of Kami’s lifeless body sends shockwaves through the family, igniting doubt about Charles’ warnings.
The situation worsens when her body mysteriously vanishes. Seizing the moment, Charles divides his inheritance, including Kami’s share for Hannah, further inciting C.J. and Madeline’s jealousy. In a moment of desperation, they decide to imprison Drew and Hannah in the family vault, only to find themselves next on the predator’s list.
Why is the Demon After Charles?
After locking Drew and Hannah in the vault, C.J. and Madeline face an attack from the mysterious demon, which captures Madeline while C.J. can do nothing but watch in horror. Awakening in Kami’s room, Madeline finds herself confronted by the demon, which has taken Kami’s form. In a frantic attempt to rescue his sister, C.J. inadvertently shoots her.
He then frees Drew and Hannah from the vault, urging them to seek answers from Charles regarding the demon’s motivations. While they rush to the study, C.J. stays behind and meets his own grim fate at the hands of the demon.
In their frantic search, Drew and Hannah stumble upon a concealed room filled with occult summoning rituals that hint at the demon’s origins.
Realizing the gravity of their situation, they emerge from the hidden room only to discover C.J. has died. In Charles’ study, the patriarch discloses the true reason behind the demon’s pursuit.
Many years prior, the Abernathy family faced financial ruin, leading Charles to perform an occult ritual to summon Mammon, the demon of greed, in exchange for prosperity at the cost of his soul. As part of the agreement, Mammon was set to claim Charles’ soul on his 75th birthday.
However, driven by insatiable greed, Charles attempted to renegotiate his deal, offering his bloodline in exchange for more time to live.
As a result, the demon is now targeting each member of the Abernathy family, fulfilling the twisted terms of Charles’ agreement. Charles had summoned his children to the house, allowing Mammon to eliminate them all at once, showcasing a despicable act driven by his selfish ambitions.
His relentless quest for wealth has led him to sacrifice his own children, illustrating the depths of his moral corruption and the blindness of his values.
What Happens to Drew?
In a shocking turn, Charles reveals his true nature when he shoots Drew in the head. Engrossed in his father’s tale, Drew remains oblivious to the betrayal until it’s too late. This act annihilates the last of the Abernathy lineage aside from Charles, fulfilling the conditions of his pact with Mammon.
Unlike the other children, who perish at the demon’s hands, Drew’s death at Charles’ hands underscores the patriarch’s cold detachment, viewing his son’s demise as a necessary step toward his goals.
Following Drew’s murder, Charles opens his study doors to inform Mammon that he has met his end of the bargain. When the demon does not appear, a sinister sense of triumph washes over him, even as his actions remain repugnant.
Hannah mourns her husband, whose compassion starkly contrasts with the rest of the Abernathy clan. Unlike his siblings, Drew’s philanthropic work with Hannah sets them apart, marking him as an unwitting participant in a generational curse that cost him dearly.
Does Hannah Survive? Is the Abernathy Curse Lifted?
After Drew’s death, Charles turns his aggression toward Hannah, seeking to eliminate her as she poses a threat to his secrets. In the ensuing conflict, Hannah grabs a rifle and retreats downstairs while Charles pursues her.
A shocking revelation changes everything in this twisted family drama (Photo: Hannah from The Inheritance/Paul Schiff Productions)He scours the mansion for her until she surprises him from her hiding spot and shoots him, pinning him beneath a clock cabinet.
As Charles pleads for his life in exchange for money, Hannah remains unmoved, revealing that his deal with Mammon is still unfulfilled because she is pregnant with Drew’s child, ensuring the continuation of the Abernathy bloodline.
This shocking revelation terrifies Charles, realizing his demise is imminent, as Mammon will soon collect his due. After Hannah leaves him in despair, Charles witnesses the ghosts of his deceased children encroaching upon him, with Mammon looming above, ready to exact vengeance.
Although the scene cuts before confirming his fate, it strongly suggests that Charles meets a horrific end at the hands of his demonic creditor.
Consequently, the Abernathy curse seems to be lifted as the conditions of the pact have been fulfilled. Meanwhile, Hannah retreats to the living room, awaiting the dawn.
As morning breaks, the house’s doors unlock, and Hannah informs Miles of the deaths before requesting a ride home. While she survives, the traumatic events of the night will undoubtedly haunt her, especially after losing her husband so tragically.
However, with her child on the way, Hannah may find a renewed sense of purpose and a connection to Drew through their daughter, who represents the potential to continue the Abernathy legacy, for better or worse.
