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TMDB20111h 54mDrama / Thriller / Horror

The Rite

You can only defeat it when you believe.

Seminary student Michael Kovak reluctantly attends exorcism school at the Vatican. While he’s in Rome, Michael meets an unorthodox priest who introduces him to the darker side of his faith, uncovering the devil’s reach even to one of the holiest places on Earth.

TMDB audience score

Based on 2,334 votes

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The Rite at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 54m

At 1h 54m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Thriller · Horror

TMDB files it under drama, thriller, and horror.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 3 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Free or ad-supported on The Roku Channel, Plex, and Plex Channel. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 2,334 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Rite tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 54m.
  • It is included with Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 2,334 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Rite

Is The Rite scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Rite for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and horror film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch The Rite in the US?
The Rite streams on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads, is free on The Roku Channel, Plex, and Plex Channel, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Rite?
The Rite runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
Is The Rite suitable for kids?
The Rite is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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