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The Rite

6.120111h 54mPG-13MovieDramaThrillerHorror

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.

DirectorMikael Håfström
WriterMichael Petroni
ProducersMerideth Finn·Tripp Vinson

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Cast · Directed by Mikael Håfström

AHAnthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
Father Lucas Trevant
COColin O'Donoghue
Colin O'Donoghue
Michael Kovak
ABAlice Braga
Alice Braga
Angeline
RHRutger Hauer
Rutger Hauer
Istvan Kovak
CHCiarán Hinds
Ciarán Hinds
Father Xavier
TJToby Jones
Toby Jones
Father Matthew
MCMaria Grazia Cucinotta
Maria Grazia Cucinotta
Aunt Andria
MGMarta Gastini
Marta Gastini
Rosaria
AV
Arianna Veronesi
Francesca
ACAndrea Calligari
Andrea Calligari
Vincenzo
CMChristopher Rodriguez Marquette
Christopher Rodriguez Marquette
Eddie
TDTorrey DeVitto
Torrey DeVitto
Nina

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The Rite — streaming FAQ

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The Rite is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Rite on Netflix?

Yes — The Rite is available on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

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The Rite isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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The Rite is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Plex in United States.