---
title: "The Nun"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-nun-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 439079
imdb_id: "tt5814060"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 7218
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Nun (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-nun-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Nun is a 2018 film directed by Corin Hardy. The production features actors Demián Bichir, Taissa Farmiga, Jonas Bloquet, and Bonnie Aarons. The plot follows a priest with a dark, haunted past and a novice who is nearing the threshold of her final vows. These two individuals are sent by the Vatican to Romania to investigate the death of a young nun. During their investigation, they must confront a malevolent force that manifests in the form of a demonic nun. By definition, a nun is a woman belonging to a religious order who typically lives under solemn vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. These individuals dedicate their lives to religious service and contemplation, often residing within the enclosure of a monastery or convent. While the term generally refers to religious practitioners, the film focuses on a specific supernatural threat encountered by the representatives of the Vatican during their mission in Romania.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Vatican investigation into a nun's death in Romania uncovers a terrifying demonic presence."

### Why Watch
- intense gothic setting
- supernatural mystery

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow pacing
- predictable jump scares
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense sequences of supernatural horror and disturbing imagery.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gothic, supernatural, dark, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Corin Hardy
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, Atomic Monster, The Safran Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Taissa Farmiga** as *Sister Irene*
- **Demián Bichir** as *Father Burke*
- **Bonnie Aarons** as *The Nun / Valak*
- **Jonas Bloquet** as *Maurice Theriault*
- **Ingrid Bisu** as *Sister Oana*
- **Patrick Wilson** as *Ed Warren*
- **Vera Farmiga** as *Lorraine Warren*
- **Lili Taylor** as *Carolyn Perron*
- **Charlotte Hope** as *Sister Victoria*
- **Sandra Teles** as *Sister Ruth*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
The story takes place in Romania.

### Q: Who investigates the death?
A priest and a novice sent by the Vatican.

### Q: What is the main threat?
The characters face a demonic force.

### Q: What is the novice's status?
She is nearing her final vows.

### Q: Does the priest have a background?
The priest is described as having a dark past.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Nun - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nun)
- [Official site](http://www.thenunmovie.com/)
- [The Nun (2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5814060/)
- [Nuns (History, Origin, Vows, Orders + More Information)](https://christianfaithguide.com/nuns/)
- [NUN Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nun)
- [Texas nun detained by immigration officers sparks social media outcry ...](https://apnews.com/article/nun-ice-immigration-texas-mcallen-96582ec2ab9582b0b0b5a6ba3c38153b)

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