The Confessional (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1995, The Confessional is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Robert Lepage, running about 100 minutes. “Two brother united by the past and torn by the sacred vow of confession.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Pierre Lamontagne has returned to Quebec to attend his father's funeral. He meets up with his adopted brother, Marc, who has begun questioning his identity and has embarked on a quest for his roots that would lead them to the Quebec of the 1950s. Past and present converge in a complex web of intrigue where the answer to the mystery lies.
Who’s in it. The Confessional stars Lothaire Bluteau as Pierre Lamontagne, Patrick Goyette as Marc Lamontagne, Jean-Louis Millette as Raymond Massicotte and Kristin Scott Thomas as Assistant to Hitchcock, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Confessional has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on iciTouTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Confessional page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Confessional tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Confessional (1995)?
- In CA, The Confessional is available to stream on iciTouTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Confessional worth watching?
- The Confessional holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Confessional?
- The Confessional stars Lothaire Bluteau, Patrick Goyette, Jean-Louis Millette, Kristin Scott Thomas and Ron Burrage.
- When was The Confessional released?
- The Confessional was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.