The Ritual

The Ritual

You must have faith.

NR 2025 · 98 min · ★ 5.9 · Horror, Drama, Thriller

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

Directed by David Midell · Written by David Midell

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