Leviticus
It will never stop.
Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most: each other.
Directed by Adrian Chiarella · Horror · Romance · 88 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Adrian Chiarella
Writer
Adrian Chiarella
Studio
Causeway Films / Salmira Productions
Release
2026-06-17
Runtime
88 min
Genres
Horror, Romance
Full Plot
A young man's secret romance with his best friend is exposed, leading to a devastating chain of events involving a mysterious entity that seems to be targeting them. As Naim tries to make amends, he discovers the true nature of the entity and its connection to a dark ritual that has been performed on others in the past. The situation escalates, putting Naim's life at risk, and he must find a way to stop the entity before it's too late.
Cast & Characters
Naim Reid
Joe Bird
Ryan Whelan
Stacy Clausen
Arlene Reid
Mia Wasikowska
Deliverance Healer
Nicholas Hope
Marnie
Tyallah Bullock
Rod
Ewen Leslie
Hunter
Jeremy Blewitt
Izzie, Hunter's sister
Davida McKenzie
Rita, a detective
Zahra Newman
Jacky, Hunter and Izzie’s mother
Edwina Wren
Jessica, Marnie’s girlfriend
Shannon Berry
Did You Know?
Did You Know that the movie received funding as part of Screen Australia's 2024–25 production slate in July 2024?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-09
Did You Know that Causeway Films co-financed Leviticus with Samira Productions?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-09
Did You Know that Frank Ocean's track "Self Control" was added to the end credits, with his approval shared through a personal letter?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-09
Did You Know that Neon acquired worldwide distribution rights excluding Australia and New Zealand for around US$5 million?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-09
Critical Assessment
Leviticus holds 6.8/10 on TMDb (494 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of September 13, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (6.8/10 on TMDb (494 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leviticus good? What are critics saying?+
Leviticus holds 6.8/10 on TMDb (494 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
How long is Leviticus?+
Leviticus has a runtime of 88 min.
Who directed Leviticus?+
Leviticus was directed by Adrian Chiarella.
Where can I watch Leviticus?+
Leviticus is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Leviticus" received widespread critical acclaim for its unique blend of horror and romance. Critics praised the film's performances, particularly those of Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen, who brought depth and nuance to their characters. The movie was also commended for its thought-provoking exploration of themes such as homophobia and repression, with many noting its emotional impact and unsettling atmosphere.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)The public reaction to the movie "Leviticus" is largely positive, with many praising its queer horror elements and thoughtful exploration of themes such as community response to trauma. Some reviewers also enjoyed the film's unique take on the conversion therapy trope, while others appreciated its ability to ground tense situations in a relatable context.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
A masterclass in queer horror! Adrian Chiarella brilliantly subverts the conversion therapy trope by turning the "cleansing" ritual into a living, shape-shifting nightmare. The entity taking the shape of what the boys desire most—each other—is a devastatingly poetic metaphor. Tys…
Nick · 8/10If you have seen It Follows, then a lot of the beats of this movie will be familiar to you. This movie, however, is better than It Follows because it gives a context as to why it happens. The characters therefore become more relatable and the tension becomes more grounded than th…
Sierbahnn · 6/10There is something really quite horrific about this story, but it's not so much that we have anything going bump in the night - it's that a community's solution to two lads caught in a clinch is to subject them to something akin to an exorcism. "Ryan" (Stacy Clausen) is the hunky…
CinemaSerf · 7/10
From the trailer's comments
Them trying to make them afraid of each other sounds like a good metaphore.
@ElCaballerodelPan · 4051 likesthey're giving us australian the summer hikaru died
@hangyondonegg · 4049 likesYou realize you're getting old when Mia Wasikowska is playing a mom.
@joaopedrosg1993 · 3279 likesMaking "conversion therapy" into a horror movie--sounds about right. I'm in.
@shoesoffbootson5317 · 1680 likeswe are so seated the theatre employees think we’re paralyzed
@spicypixes · 2168 likesI just realized it’s the guy from Talk To Me!! He’s all grown up. Handsome fella
@AtmosVibez · 1938 likesNothing is scarier than religion dividing people who just love each other. Imagine if that concept turned into a physical metaphor of being afraid of being who you are comes after you. Like damn. 😭😭😭
@michaelj1729 · 1798 likesThis movie bears many similarities to "The Summer Hikaru Died".
@felixt.1976 · 1208 likes
