Overview

• The Ritual stars Al Pacino as Father Theophilus Riesinger and Dan Stevens as Father Joseph Steiger, two priests with opposing beliefs confronting a demonic possession.
• The movie dramatizes Emma Schmidt's 1928 exorcism, one of the most documented cases of possession, as chronicled in the controversial 1935 book 'Begone Satan!'.
• Directed by David Midell and co-written with Enrico Natale, the film aims to blend historical authenticity with classic horror elements.
• The newly released trailer highlights themes of spiritual warfare, personal doubt, and the grueling battle against evil forces.
• The Ritual is set for a North American theatrical release on June 6, 2025, following its UK release on May 30.