Instagram/Tim Blake Nelson Celebrity Tim Blake Nelson stars in The Leader, a chilling film about the Heaven's Gate cult. Explore faith, manipulation, and tragedy with a stellar cast. First look ... April 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - Tim Blake Nelson is set to headline a gripping new film exploring one of America's most notorious cults. The project, titled The Leader, delves into the harrowing true story of Heaven's Gate, a cult infamous for persuading dozens of followers to abandon their lives in anticipation of a cosmic evacuation from Earth.