Overview

• The trailer for 'The Ritual,' starring Al Pacino and Dan Stevens as priests performing an exorcism, was released on March 25, 2025.
• The film is based on the documented 1928 exorcism of Emma Schmidt, also known as Anna Ecklund, in Iowa, which was sanctioned by the Catholic Church.
• Directed by David Midell, who co-wrote the script with Enrico Natale, the movie blends historical authenticity with classic horror tropes.
• The cast includes Abigail Cowen as Emma Schmidt, with supporting roles by Ashley Greene, Patricia Heaton, and Ben Foster.
• Distributed by XYZ Films, the movie's release date was rescheduled from April 18, 2025, to June 6, 2025, to target summer audiences.