The Ritual

You must have faith.

20251h 38m5.9(307 votes)

HorrorDramaThriller

Synopsis

Two priests, one in crisis with his faith and the other confronting a turbulent past, must overcome their differences to perform a risky exorcism.

The Ritual (2025) is a horror, drama, and thriller film directed by David Midell. It stars Dan Stevens, Abigail Cowen, and Al Pacino. The film runs for 1 hour 38 minutes. Audiences have made it a mixed pick, with an average score of 5.9 out of 10 from 307 votes.

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Director

David Midell

Cast

Dan Stevens

Father Joseph Steiger

Abigail Cowen

Emma Schmidt

Al Pacino

Father Theophilus Riesinger

Patricia Heaton

Mother Superior

Ashley Greene

Sister Rose

Patrick Fabian

Bishop Edwards

María Camila Giraldo

Sister Camila

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Where can I watch The Ritual?

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Who stars in The Ritual?

The Ritual stars Dan Stevens, Abigail Cowen, Al Pacino, and Patricia Heaton, and was directed by David Midell.

How long is The Ritual?

The Ritual has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes.

When did The Ritual come out?

The Ritual was released in 2025.

What genre is The Ritual?

The Ritual is a horror, drama, and thriller film.

Is The Ritual worth watching?

The Ritual holds an average audience score of 5.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.