THE RITUAL 2025
★5.8 | 2025| Genre | Drama, Horror, Thriller |
| Year | 2025 |
| Country | USA |
| Director | David Midell |
| Cast | Abigail Cowen, Al Pacino, Ashley Greene, Courtney Rae Allen, Dan Stevens |
| Rating IMDb | 5.8 / 10 from 139 users |
| Subtitle | English |
| Trailer | Watch Trailer |
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.
In a setting fraught with tension and spiritual strife, two priests find themselves at the junction of faith and personal turmoil. Father Michael, a once-devoted servant of his faith, is grappling with a crisis that has left him questioning his beliefs. His nights are haunted by doubt, his prayers seem to echo unanswered, and the foundations of his convictions are crumbling. On the other hand, Father Gabriel is a man whose past is riddled with turbulence. Memories of his troubled history shadow his every step, yet they have also forged a resilience within him—a resilience he must summon once more.
The two men, each burdened with their own struggles, are brought together by a dire calling: a risky exorcism that requires them to set aside their differences. The ritual they must perform is not just a test of their spiritual prowess but an examination of their very souls. As they prepare, the air is thick with unspoken tension. Father Michael’s wavering faith contrasts sharply with Father Gabriel’s hardened resolve. Yet, it is precisely these differences that might hold the key to their success—or their downfall.
As the ritual unfolds, the priests are forced to confront not only the darkness threatening the possessed but also the shadows within themselves. Father Michael finds unexpected strength in moments of vulnerability, while Father Gabriel learns that confronting one’s past can lead to unexpected redemption. This narrative of struggle and redemption resonates with the themes explored in many contemporary tales of faith and conflict. For those intrigued by such narratives, (The Ritual (2025) offers a gripping exploration of the human spirit’s resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. The journey of these two priests serves as a poignant reminder that faith, though tested, can emerge stronger from the crucible of doubt and discord.
