“Along Came the Devil” is a horror film that intertwines themes of family, faith, and demonic possession. The story revolves around Audrey, who endeavors to protect her family from a sinister presence in their home. She discovers that the mysterious stranger who arrives in town is actually Satan, intent on possessing her niece and nephew. Audrey, with the help of a spiritual advisor, confronts this evil force to save her family.

In a parallel narrative, Ashley, a troubled teenager, is sent to live with her aunt and uncle. After her arrival, she encounters strange occurrences and uncovers a dark history of demonic manipulation in her family lineage. In the climax of the film, Ashley confronts the demon and, through her newfound faith in God, manages to defeat it. She performs a ritual involving the burning of an old Bible and a picture of an ancestor believed to be possessed, successfully protecting her family from further demonic influence.

The film’s final act reveals a twist involving the character Devin, who struggles to rid her home of a dark spirit known as “The Devourer.” Despite initially casting out the spirit with the help of a mysterious Reverend, Devin becomes possessed by The Devourer herself. She eventually regains control and escapes, leaving the audience with a bittersweet resolution. Though Devin saves her family, the ordeal’s lasting effects and the sacrifices made underscore the theme that no victory against such dark forces comes without a significant cost​​.