The film follows Johnny Blaze (Nicolas Cage), who, in a deal with the devil, becomes the Ghost Rider, a supernatural entity with a flaming skull for a head. Blaze is trying to suppress the Rider’s presence to avoid harming others. However, he is sought out by a monastic warrior named Moreau (Idris Elba), who seeks Blaze’s help to save a young boy named Danny (Fergus Riordan).
Danny is being pursued by a cult led by Roarke (Ciarán Hinds), who is revealed to be a human vessel for the devil Mephistopheles. The cult intends to transfer the devil’s essence into Danny’s body to create a powerful and destructive force. Moreau reveals that Danny’s mother, Nadya (Violante Placido), wants to prevent this from happening and is willing to help Blaze rid himself of the Ghost Rider curse in exchange for his assistance.
As Blaze and Nadya embark on a journey to save Danny, they face numerous challenges, including relentless pursuit by Roarke and his followers. Along the way, Blaze learns more about the nature of the Ghost Rider curse and the potential to free himself from it.
The climax of the film takes place at a decaying monastery, where the ritual to transfer the devil’s essence into Danny is underway. Blaze transforms into Ghost Rider to confront the cult and prevent the ritual. The Rider battles against demonic forces and faces Roarke in a final showdown.
In the end, Blaze successfully prevents the ritual, saving Danny and thwarting Roarke’s plans. The film concludes with Blaze, still burdened by the Ghost Rider curse, continuing his quest to seek redemption and control over his supernatural alter ego.
“Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance” received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for the action sequences and visual effects but criticism for the storyline and overall execution. The film is known for its darker and more stylized approach compared to its predecessor.