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The Witch

R20161h 32mRobert Eggers
IMDb 7.0 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 84

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"Evil takes many forms."

In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.

HorrorFantasyMystery
WitchIsolationMagicPossessionBlack MagicOlder Woman Seduces Younger GuyNew HampshireWoodsGoatPuritan

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Witch (2016) about?

In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.

Who stars in The Witch?

The Witch stars Anya Taylor-Joy (Thomasin), Ralph Ineson (William), Kate Dickie (Katherine), Harvey Scrimshaw (Caleb), Ellie Grainger (Mercy). The film was directed by Robert Eggers.

How long is The Witch?

The Witch has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2016. It is rated R.

Is The Witch worth watching?

The Witch holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Horror, Fantasy, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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