The Witch (2016)

Synopsis

In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
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Rent

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• YouTube
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Anya Taylor-Joy as Thomasin
• Ralph Ineson as William
• Kate Dickie as Katherine
• Harvey Scrimshaw as Caleb
• Ellie Grainger as Mercy
• Lucas Dawson as Jonas
• Julian Richings as Governor
• Bathsheba Garnett as The Witch
• Sarah Stephens as The Witch, Young
• Daniel Malik as Black Phillip (voice)

If you liked The Witch, try

• The Conjuring
• Weapons
• Sleepy Hollow
• The Blair Witch Project
• The Lighthouse
• The Craft
• The Village
• Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

BingeNext's take

If you're into horror films that mix drama and mystery with a touch of fantasy, The Witch is a great pick. Set in 1630, it follows a family that moves to a remote farm near a dark forest, where strange and eerie things start to happen. The movie really focuses on how fear and suspicion can tear people apart, testing their faith and loyalty in intense ways. Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a memorable performance that adds to the unsettling atmosphere. With a runtime of just over an hour and a half, it’s a tight, slow-burning thriller that keeps you on edge without relying on cheap scares. If you liked movies like The Conjuring or The Blair Witch Project, this one will definitely give you that same creepy, haunting vibe. It’s perfect for a night when you want something spooky but also smart and thought-provoking.