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The Ritual (2017)

โ€œYour darkest dream awaits you.โ€

6.3/10 ยท 3,596 votes 1h 34m r ThrillerHorrorMystery

#211 of 319 films from 2017 #1612 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by David Bruckner ยท Written by Adam Nevill, Joe Barton

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Overview

A group of college friends reunite for a trip to the forest, but encounter a menacing presence in the woods that's stalking them.

Cast

Rafe Spallas Luke
Arsher Alias Phil
Robert James-Collieras Hutch
Sam Troughtonas Dom
Paul Reidas Robert
Matthew Needhamas Junkie
Jacob James Beswickas Fiend
Maria Erwolteras The Host
Hilary Reevesas The Curate
Peter Liddellas The Logger
Francesca Mulaas The Witch
Kerri McLeanas Gayle
Gheorghe Mezeias Parishioner
Adriana Macsutas Parishioner

Facts

Release dateOctober 11, 2017
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) โ€” shorter as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresThriller, Horror, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$1,000,000
Box office$1,786,396 (1.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt5638642

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Questions

How long is The Ritual?
The Ritual runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is The Ritual worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 3,596 votes, which places it #211 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 34%) and #1612 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Ritual?
The Ritual was directed by David Bruckner. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Night House (2021), Hellraiser (2022), V/H/S (2012).
Who stars in The Ritual?
Rafe Spall as Luke; Arsher Ali as Phil; Robert James-Collier as Hutch; Sam Troughton as Dom; Paul Reid as Robert; Matthew Needham as Junkie.
What is The Ritual rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Ritual?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/128547.

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