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Al Pacino Stars in Chilling Horror Film The Ritual

4/19/2025

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Al Pacino takes on the chilling role of Father Theophilus Riesinger in the horror film The Ritual, set to haunt theaters on June 6. Inspired by the real-life exorcism of Anna Ecklund, the film pairs Pacino with Dan Stevens. Interestingly, Pacino reveals he's never watched The Exorcist, describing the eerie vibe on set as unforgettable.

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Al Pacino takes on the chilling role of Father Theophilus Riesinger in the horror film The Ritual, set to haunt theaters on June 6. Inspired by the real-life exorcism of Anna Ecklund, the film pairs Pacino with Dan Stevens. Interestingly, Pacino reveals he's never watched The Exorcist, describing the eerie vibe on set as unforgettable.