El Ritual Now

Directed by David Bruckner and available on , this folk-horror film follows four friends on a hiking trip in Sweden. It is generally well-regarded as one of the best horror films of the 2010s.

“ The first half was absolutely incredible; it's not often a book scares me enough to sleep with the lights on but this one did.” Amazon UK El Ritual

Depending on whether you are referring to the starring Al Pacino, the 2017 Netflix original , or the novel by Adam Nevill , reviews vary significantly from "worst of the year" to "modern horror classic." The Ritual (2025 Movie) Directed by David Bruckner and available on ,

: Critics praise its atmospheric dread , creature design, and the exploration of male guilt and trauma. Which version of were you looking for—the Pacino

Which version of were you looking for—the Pacino exorcism film , the Netflix hiking horror , or the original novel ?

: While Variety noted Pacino was surprisingly subdued rather than "hamming it up," many felt his talents were wasted on a cliché-ridden script.