---
title: "The Forgiven"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-forgiven-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 522927
imdb_id: "tt3696180"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 117
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 276
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Forgiven (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-forgiven-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Forgiven is a drama and starry thriller set over a weekend in a grand villa in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The story follows how a random accident affects both local Muslims and Western visitors attending a house party.

Ralph Fiennes received a London Critics' Circle nomination for his performance in the film. The movie was released in the United States on July 1, 2022, by Roadside Attractions and Vertical Entertainment.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A random accident in the Moroccan mountains reverberates through local Muslims and Western visitors."

### Why Watch
- Features a starry cast
- Set in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco
- Written and directed by John

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film is categorized as a thriller
- Tone & Suitability: This R-rated drama has a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #moroccan-setting, #high-atlas-mountains, #drama, #starry-thriller, #cultural-clash

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Michael McDonagh
- **Networks / Studios**: House of Un-American Activities, Brookstreet Pictures, Assemble Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ralph Fiennes** as *David Henninger*
- **Jessica Chastain** as *Jo Henninger*
- **Matt Smith** as *Richard Galloway*
- **Caleb Landry Jones** as *Dally Margolis*
- **Abbey Lee** as *Cody*
- **Christopher Abbott** as *Tom Day*
- **Marie-Josée Croze** as *Isabelle*
- **Alex Jennings** as *Lord Swanthorne*
- **Saïd Taghmaoui** as *Anouar*
- **David McSavage** as *William Joyce*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Forgiven?
The film is currently listed as now streaming.

### Q: Is The Forgiven worth watching?
The film features a starry cast and earned Ralph Fiennes a London Critics' Circle nomination.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes.

### Q: What is the rating of the film?
The film is rated R.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Forgiven — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/522927)
- [The Forgiven (2021 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Forgiven_(2021_film))
- [The Forgiven (2022) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/522927-the-forgiven/cast)
- ['The Banshees of Inisherin' Leads London Critics' Circle Nominations - Variety](https://variety.com/2022/film/global/london-critics-circle-awards-nominations-2022-1235468012/)
- [The Forgiven (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3696180/fullcredits/)
- ['The Forgiven': Roadside & Vertical Acquire Jessica Chastain Film](https://deadline.com/)

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