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The Cursed

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2021 | 111 min | Horror, Drama, Thriller

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and a lukewarm 6.5 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. If you loved 28 Years Later, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary and gory.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: expect violence.

In the late 19th century, a brutal land baron slaughters a Roma clan, unleashing a curse on his family and village. In the days that follow, the townspeople are plagued by nightmares, the baron's son goes missing, and a boy is found murdered. The locals suspect a wild animal, but a visiting pathologist warns of a more sinister presence lurking in the woods.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    76% on Rotten Tomatoes, 62 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.5 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    0 wins and 4 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $5 million worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 129K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Sean Ellis

  • Boyd HolbrookJohn McBride
  • Kelly ReillyIsabelle Laurent
  • Alistair PetrieSeamus Laurent
  • Roxane DuranAnais
  • Nigel BettsAlfred Moliere
  • Stuart BowmanSaul
  • Simon KunzMr. Griffin
  • Amelia CrouchCharlotte Laurent
  • Max MackintoshEdward Laurent
  • Tommy RodgerTimmy