What The Convent is about
The Convent is set in the mid-18th century and draws inspiration from the real "Satanic Nuns of Corella" case in Navarre. The story centers on two young postulants, Lucía and Ana María, who seek spiritual refuge within the walls of an isolated cloistered convent. What they find instead is a descent into strange, unsettling events and ritualistic practices overseen by the enigmatic Mother Superior Águeda—a figure whose apparent miracles mask something far darker. The film promises to explore themes of faith corrupted, isolation weaponized, and the thin line between devotion and delusion.
What we know so far
Directed by Ángel Manuel Chivite and Luis Galindo, The Convent is a co-production between Spanish and Italian production companies—Elcon Films and Teleaut Produzione, with backing from regional Spanish film bodies and Italy's culture ministry. The cast includes María Mercado as Lucía, Nahia Bergasa as Ana María, and Ana Álvarez as the sinister Mother Superior Águeda, alongside Mentxu Vicente, Vanessa Baldonado, Alessandra Borgia, Alfonsina Carrocio, and Blanca Aguilera in supporting roles. Filming took place in actual convent locations across Villafranca and Fitero in Navarre—not a studio reconstruction, but the real thing. That commitment to authenticity matters. The screenplay comes from Chivite, Galindo, and Jesús Córdoba Acarreta.
Why it's anticipated
What's striking is how rarely we see horror drawn directly from European religious history. Most films in this space lean on American Gothic or generic demonic possession tropes. The Convent isn't inventing its mythology—it's rooted in an actual historical event, which gives it a foundation that can't be shaken off as pure fiction. The filmmakers are working with real locations, a multinational crew, and a premise grounded in genuine historical darkness. You don't get that often. There's also the simple fact that convents—their isolation, their hierarchies, their enforced silence—are inherently unsettling settings. The story promises to exploit that in ways that feel earned rather than gimmicky.
Release and where to watch
The Convent is expected to release in 2026, though an exact date hasn't been officially confirmed yet. The film is not currently available to watch—it's still in post-production. When it does arrive, streaming availability will depend on distribution deals that haven't been finalized. Movie OTT will track all confirmed platforms and release windows as they're announced. Check the Where-to-Watch widget on this page for updates as they come.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Convent releasing?
The film is expected in 2026, but no specific date has been announced yet. We'll update this page as soon as one is confirmed.
Is The Convent out yet?
No. It's still in post-production and won't be available to watch until its 2026 release.
Where will I be able to watch The Convent?
That hasn't been confirmed yet. Distribution rights are still being finalized. Movie OTT will track all available platforms—theatrical, streaming, and otherwise—once they're announced.
What is The Convent based on?
The film is inspired by the real historical case of the Satanic Nuns of Corella, which occurred in 18th-century Navarre, Spain.
Who's directing The Convent?
Ángel Manuel Chivite and Luis Galindo are co-directing, with a screenplay they wrote alongside Jesús Córdoba Acarreta.
What to look forward to
This is one of those rare projects where every detail—the location shooting, the historical source material, the international crew—suggests genuine ambition. It won't arrive until 2026, but that's actually good news. It means the filmmakers have time to get it right. We'll be watching for trailers, festival premieres, and distribution announcements. When this one finally drops, it's worth paying attention.
