Summit Entertainment has released the trailer for the upcoming faith-centric mainstream movie, "The Shack."

Based on a New York Times bestselling novel written by William P. Young, "The Shack" tells the story of a man named Mack Phillips, a grieving father who spirals into depression and discovers life-changing truths when he encounters the Holy Trinity.

Sam Worthington plays Mack Phillips, while Octavia Spencer plays Papa. The film also stars Tim McGraw, Sumire Matsubara, Radha Mitchell and Graham Greene.

"The Shack" is the second feature film by Stuart Hazeldine, who is previously better known as a screenwriter than a director. His directorial debut was in 2009, when he directed the British psychological thriller "Exam."

The trailer for the upcoming film also features an original song from married couple McGraw and Faith Hill, as well as magnificent shots of winter, summer, a garden resembling the Garden of Eden, and a classic shack.

Adapted for the screen by John Fusco, "The Shack" is set to hit theaters on March 3, 2017.

Here is the official synopsis for the film:

"Based on the New York Times bestselling novel, 'The Shack' takes us on a father's uplifting spiritual journey. After suffering a family tragedy, Mack Phillips spirals into a deep depression causing him to question his innermost beliefs. Facing a crisis of faith, he receives a mysterious letter urging him to an abandoned shack deep in the Oregon wilderness," says the synopsis.

"Despite his doubts, Mack journeys to the shack and encounters an enigmatic trio of strangers led by a woman named Papa. Through this meeting, Mack finds important truths that will transform his understanding of his tragedy and change his life forever." 

Watch the first "The Shack" trailer below. For more information visit the film's official website.