Al Pacino and Dan Stevens have united in the chilling exorcism horror film, "The Ritual," helmed by director David Midell. XYZ Films has secured worldwide rights to this feature film, aiming to bring it to theaters in 2025 and showcase its international distribution at the upcoming Cannes market.
Penned by Midell and Enrico Natale, "The Ritual" is a haunting tale based on a true story. It follows two priests, one grappling with doubts about his faith (Stevens) and the other wrestling with a troubled past (Pacino). Despite their differences, they must unite to save a young woman possessed by evil spirits through a series of arduous and perilous exorcisms.
The film offers an authentic portrayal of Emma Schmidt, an American woman whose demonic possession led to grueling exorcisms. Her case remains the most comprehensively documented exorcism in American history, serving as a chilling reminder of the unseen forces that can possess the innocent.
With a captivating cast, including Ashley Greene and Abigail Cowen, "The Ritual" promises to deliver a thrilling and emotional journey into the dark world of exorcism.
