May 12, 2025

THE RITUAL – Based on the Most Documented Exorcism

Al Pacino and Dan Stevens Exorcise Demons In The Ritual – Chilling Horror Based on the Most Documented Exorcism in American History – Opening in UK and Irish Cinemas 30 May

The Ritual Poster

Starring Al Pacino, Dan Stevens, Ashley Greene and Abigail Cowen

Tuesday 29th April, London, UK: Altitude will release the chilling horror The Ritual, in UK and Irish cinemas from 30 May. Starring Al Pacino and Dan Stevens, the film is a faithful and terrifying depiction of the case of Emma Schmidt, whose alleged decades of demonic possession culminated in a series of exorcisms in 1928.

Based on True Events. The harrowing true story of the exorcism of Emma Schmidt, and the two priests who went to war with Satan to save her soul.

The film stars Academy Award-winner Al Pacino (The Godfather trilogy) and Dan Stevens (Abigail), with Ashley Greene (The Twilight Saga) and Abigail Cowen (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) rounding out the cast. The Ritual was directed by David Midell (The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain), who co-wrote the film with Enrico Natale (Catalyst).

Short Synopsis: Based on True Events. The harrowing true story of the exorcism of Emma Schmidt, and the two priests who went to war with Satan to save her soul.

  • Director: David Midell
  • Writer: David Midell and Enrico Natale
  • Cast: Al Pacino, Dan Stevens, Ashley Greene, Abigail Cowen
  • Run Time: 98 Mins
  • Cert: TBC
  • Distributor: Altitude
  • Theatrical Release Date: 30 May

The Ritual – Official Trailer

Chewie

I've been a fan of horror and slasher movies for as long as I can remember. I consider the original Halloween to be the best horror movie of all time and my guilty pleasure horror flick would be The Exorcist III. You can find me on X at @406Northlane or TikTok @406Northlane where I'm sure I'll offend you at least once a day.

View all posts by Chewie →
Subscribe
Notify of
guest

0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
0
Would love your thoughts, please comment.x
()
x