---
title: "The Confessional"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-confessional-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 296803
imdb_id: "tt0860837"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 117
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Confessional (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-confessional-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Confessional" (2009).
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Title: The Confessional
Year: 2009
Release Date (US): 01/01/2009
Genres: Horror, Action, Crime, and Drama
Runtime: 1h 57m
Synopsis: A disturbed sculptor assumes the identity of a small town priest and designs a game of divine madness for a unsuspecting town.
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        The Confessional is a film released in the United States on January 1, 2009. This production is categorized under the genres of horror, action, crime, and drama. The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes. The plot follows a disturbed sculptor who assumes the identity of a small town priest. In this role, the individual designs a game of divine madness for an unsuspecting town.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Anthony Cotton
- **Networks / Studios**: The Lionfish Group

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter Quartaroli** as *Leonard*
- **Jane Longenecker** as *Brenda*
- **Victor Browne** as *Robert*
- **Patrick Kilpatrick** as *Detective Mullens*
- **Quinn K. Redeker** as *Father Mills*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Confessional online?
The Confessional is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Confessional worth watching?
The Confessional holds a community rating of 4.3/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Confessional and when was it released?
The Confessional is a feature film with a runtime of 117 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Confessional?
The Confessional was directed by James Anthony Cotton.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Confessional — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/296803)

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