Ghost Rider is a supernatural action film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, directed by Mark Steven Johnson. The film follows Johnny Blaze (Nicolas Cage), a talented motorcycle stunt rider who makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles (Peter Fonda), to save his father from cancer. In exchange for his father’s life, Johnny unknowingly agrees to serve as Mephistopheles’ enforcer, known as the Ghost Rider.  Years later, Johnny is haunted by his past decision and struggles with the curse that transforms him into the Ghost Rider, a fiery, skeletal figure with supernatural powers. When Mephistopheles’ son, Blackheart (Wes Bentley), seeks to overthrow his father and unleash hell on Earth, Johnny must embrace his powers to stop him. As the Ghost Rider, Johnny can summon hellfire and use his hellish motorcycle to carry out his mission, but he must come to terms with the darker side of his powers.

The film explores Johnny’s internal conflict between seeking redemption and wielding the terrifying abilities of the Ghost Rider. Along the way, he forms a relationship with Roxanne (Eva Mendes), a woman from his past, who becomes a central figure in his struggle to control his fiery alter-ego.

Ghost Rider blends action, fantasy, and dark comedy, with Cage delivering an over-the-top performance that matches the film’s tone. The movie’s striking visuals, particularly the transformation of Johnny into the Ghost Rider, and its exploration of the themes of guilt, redemption, and the battle between good and evil, make it a unique entry in the superhero genre. Though it received mixed reviews, Ghost Rider remains a cult favorite for its bold, supernatural storyline and its portrayal of a flawed hero grappling with an otherworldly curse.