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The Nun (2018)

“Pray for forgiveness.”

5.9/10 · 7,314 votes 1h 36m r Horror

#279 of 328 films from 2018 #914 of 1243 in horror

Directed by Corin Hardy · Written by James Wan, Gary Dauberman

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Overview

A priest with a dark past and a novice nearing her final vows are sent by the Vatican to Romania to investigate a nun's death and face a demonic force.

Cast

Taissa Farmigaas Sister Irene
Demián Bichiras Father Burke
Bonnie Aaronsas The Nun / Valak
Jonas Bloquetas Maurice Theriault
Ingrid Bisuas Sister Oana
Patrick Wilsonas Ed Warren
Vera Farmigaas Lorraine Warren
Lili Tayloras Carolyn Perron
Charlotte Hopeas Sister Victoria
Sandra Telesas Sister Ruth
Maria Obretinas Sister Abigail
August Maturoas Daniel
Jack Falkas Daniel
Lynnette Gazaas Mother Superior

Facts

Release dateSeptember 5, 2018
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) — shorter as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresHorror
LanguageEN
Budget$22,000,000
Box office$366,082,797 (16.6× budget)
IMDbtt5814060

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Questions

How long is The Nun?
The Nun runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is The Nun worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 7,314 votes, which places it #279 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 15%) and #914 among 1243 horror titles.
Who directed The Nun?
The Nun was directed by Corin Hardy. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Whistle (2026), The Hallow (2015).
Who stars in The Nun?
Taissa Farmiga as Sister Irene; Demián Bichir as Father Burke; Bonnie Aarons as The Nun / Valak; Jonas Bloquet as Maurice Theriault; Ingrid Bisu as Sister Oana; Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren.
What is The Nun rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Nun?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/37760.

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