The Rite (2011)
A skeptical seminary student confronts chilling demonic forces, discovering dark faith in the Vatican's shadows.
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.
How intense is The Rite?
The Rite is properly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. The humor runs dark. Rated PG-13.
What The Rite feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulchillinggrittydarkly comic
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dark and satirical
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Rite
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Rite for you?
Is The Rite scary?
Yes, properly. The Rite is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is The Rite gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is The Rite sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Rite OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Rite?
The Rite runs 1h 54m.
Where can I stream The Rite?
The Rite is streaming on Netflix, The Roku Channel, Plex and Tubi.
Does The Rite have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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