The Dark Tower is a captivating science fantasy Western action film directed by Nikolaj Arcel. Based on Stephen King's novel series, the film follows Roland Deschain, a gunslinger who embarks on a mission to protect the Dark Tower, a mythical structure that holds all realities together. Alongside his apprentice, Jake Chambers, Roland battles against Walter Padick, also known as The Man in Black. Set in both modern-day New York City and the Old West-style parallel universe of Mid-World, the film seamlessly combines elements from the novel series and serves as a sequel to the novels.