Heretic (2024)
Two missionaries face a chilling test of faith when a diabolical host begins a deadly game.
Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed, becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse.
How intense is Heretic?
Heretic is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Heretic feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulchillinggrittytense
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Heretic
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Heretic for you?
Is Heretic scary?
Yes, properly. Heretic is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is Heretic gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Heretic sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Heretic OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Heretic?
Heretic runs 1h 51m.
Where can I stream Heretic?
Heretic is streaming on Hulu and Max.
Does Heretic have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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