Novitiate
In the early 1960s, during the Vatican II era, a young woman training to become a nun struggles with issues of faith, sexuality and the changing church.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Rakuten TV |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Sony One Amazon Channel | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Novitiate
Novitiate is a 2017 English-language drama film directed by Margaret Betts. The cast is led by Margaret Qualley, Melissa Leo, Julianne Nicholson. It has a runtime of 2h 3m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Novitiate was produced by Maven Screen Media and made in United States of America. It was released on October 27, 2017, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Margaret Betts
- Writers
- Margaret Betts
- Release date
- October 27, 2017
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Maven Screen Media
Novitiate cast & crew
Novitiate was directed by Margaret Betts and written by Margaret Betts.
The cast features Margaret Qualley as Sister Cathleen, Melissa Leo as Reverend Mother, Julianne Nicholson as Nora Harris, Dianna Agron as Sister Mary Grace, Lisa Stewart as Sister Genevieve, and Morgan Saylor as Sister Evelyn.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Christopher Star, cinematography is by Kat Westergaard, and it was produced by Carole Peterman and Jessica Betts.
Is Novitiate worth watching?
Novitiate holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 187 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 3m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Novitiate is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Novitiate
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Cast of Novitiate
Margaret Qualley
Sister Cathleen
Melissa Leo
Reverend Mother
Julianne Nicholson
Nora Harris
Dianna Agron
Sister Mary Grace
Lisa Stewart
Sister Genevieve
Morgan Saylor
Sister Evelyn
Liana Liberato
Sister Emily
Rebecca Dayan
Sister Emanuel
Eline Powell
Sister Candace
Chelsea Lopez
Sister Charlotte
Maddie Hasson
Sister Sissy
Denis O'Hare
Archbishop
Novitiate — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Novitiate in United States?
Novitiate is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Novitiate in?
Novitiate is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Latin. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Novitiate?
Novitiate runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).
▸What is Novitiate rated?
Novitiate is rated R. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 187 ratings.
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