Revelation (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 4.9

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Released in 2001, Revelation is a fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Stuart Urban, running about 111 minutes. “The Code Has Been Broken. The Future Is Waiting. The Time Has Come.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Since A.D. 50, a mysterious sacred artifact known as the Loculus has been at the center of a bloody clandestine war. Missing for a few hundred years, the puzzling relic has suddenly reappeared in the present day, bringing with it a terrible secret that could spell doom for all of mankind. Now it's up to Magnus Martel to subvert a murderous secret society and uncover the truth behind the ancient treasure.

Who’s in it. Revelation stars James D'Arcy as Jake Martel, Natasha Wightman as Mira, Terence Stamp as Magnus Martel and Charlotte Weston as Lord Martel's PA, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Revelation has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $10M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Revelation page.

If you liked it. Fans of Revelation tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Revelation (2001)?
In US, Revelation is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Revelation worth watching?
Revelation holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Revelation?
Revelation stars James D'Arcy, Natasha Wightman, Terence Stamp, Charlotte Weston and Udo Kier.
When was Revelation released?
Revelation was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.