The Priest (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1978, The Priest is a drama film directed by Eloy de la Iglesia, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Obsessed with fantasies of sex, Father Miguel seeks professional help through his church but they are not listening; thus leaving the Father in a dilemma; leaving the church or should he try, on his own, to surrender to these temptations?
Who’s in it. The Priest stars Simón Andreu as Padre Miguel, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba as Padre Luis, Esperanza Roy as Irene and José Franco as Padre Alfonso, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Priest has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $302.6K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Priest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Priest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Priest (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Priest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Priest worth watching?
- The Priest holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Priest?
- The Priest stars Simón Andreu, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba, Esperanza Roy, José Franco and Ramón Reparaz.
- When was The Priest released?
- The Priest was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.