Joseph Fiennes (”American Horror Story: Asylum”, ”Elizabeth”) and Morena Baccarin (”Homeland”, ”Firefly”) are set to star in Gold Circle Entertainment’s ”The Unholy”, according to an exclusive posted on The Hollywood Reporter.

“Inspired by actual scientific research that suggests evil may live within our very own genetic code, The Unholy follows a group of cutting edge scientists who believe they can link evil to a specific human gene. When they are recruited by the Vatican to spearhead a new global initiative to examine candidates for official exorcisms, supernatural forces threaten both faith and science in a battle of good versus evil.”

“The Unholy” will be directed by Ross Katz (”Taking Chance”).

Principal photography is set for spring.