King Knight 2022

As the esteemed leaders of their Wiccan coven, Thorn and Willow form a harmonious duo, offering couples therapy to a diverse group of members, such as Desmond and Neptune, Percival and Rowena, as well as Angus and Echo. However, Thorn’s unyielding desire to start a family often clashes with Willow’s hesitations regarding parenthood, resulting in a delicate balance in their relationship.

The plot thickens when Thorn’s computer cache unveils an unexpected invitation to his 20-year high school reunion at Desert Dunes High School—a gathering that transports him back to a time when he was the quintessential conformist, known as the class president, prom king, and voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” The shocking revelation horrifies Willow, prompting her to confront Thorn about his past. Here, he reluctantly shares that his estranged mother, Ruth, pressured him into a conventional lifestyle, while his grandmother was the only one who truly accepted his quest for self-expression.

Despite Willow’s distress, a truce is formed until she reveals her RSVP to the reunion, meaning Thorn must participate in the traditional dance. Longing to uncover more about Thorn’s high school experiences, he reaches out to his mother, who unleashes a barrage of harsh critiques against his Wiccan lifestyle, warning him that revealing his current life to former classmates would only result in humiliation.

Feeling betrayed, the coven opts to banish Thorn, leading him to embark on a metaphorical walkabout in a Los Angeles park. As he grapples with his identity, Willow fights to persuade the coven to accept Thorn once more. During this journey of self-reflection, Thorn becomes captivated by the mystical aura of a sentient pinecone and rock, which guide him towards a powerful vision of Merlin, inspiring him to take charge of his life and take the bold step to perform at the reunion.

During this transformative experience, he imagines an encounter with a disgruntled park ranger, only to discover it was a mere figment of his imagination. In a poignant restroom moment, Thorn undergoes a psychological rebirth, emerging rejuvenated and inspired.

As he prepares for the reunion, Thorn organizes a ride-share pool, engaging in a deep conversation about lasagna as a metaphor for life with a fellow traveler. Meanwhile, the interactions within Willow’s mystical gathering enable Desmond to rise in unwavering support for Thorn, leading to a significant moment of bravery. This has an unexpected ripple effect on Neptune, who ultimately reveals his true sexual orientation, acknowledging that Desmond deserves a better match. Through Willow’s fervent plea, the coven rallies around Thorn, ensuring he won’t have to dance alone.

Upon returning to his hometown, Thorn instigates a dramatic statement by leaving a flaming bag of excrement at his mother’s doorstep, setting a provocative tone for what lies ahead. The reunion unfolds with a series of surreal encounters with old acquaintances, including Nicholas Reed and Alexandra Riley, his former student government rival. As Thorn gives an erratic speech before the ceremonial dance, his words fall on deaf ears, prompting ridicule from the attendees.

Just when Thorn’s confidence begins to falter, Willow arrives with the contrite coven, pledging their support for his leadership. An unexpected romance blooms between Desmond and Nicholas, while Rowena and Echo encourage Alexandra to join the mystical gathering. As Thorn takes center stage for his dance, the atmosphere buzzes with anticipation. However, the dance inadvertently stirs Willow’s primal instincts, leading to an impromptu and passionate encounter between her and Thorn on the dance floor, amidst astonished spectators and their coven.

As the evening progresses, Thorn leaves a heartfelt voicemail for his mother, apologizing for his earlier vandalous act and extending an invitation for a lasagna dinner with Ruth and his grandmother. A year later, as nature continues its timeless cycle, Thorn and Willow arrive at a significant juncture in their lives. Recognizing their coven’s need for new leadership, they designate Alexandra as the new high priestess, setting aside their egos to devote themselves to raising their newborn son, Knight, and embarking on this exciting new chapter together.