Coven (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Coven is a 2020 horror film directed by Margaret Malandruccolo, starring Terri Ivens as Dr. Lynn, Sofya Skya and Jennifer Cipolla. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes and earned $317,907 worldwide on a $1 million budget. Its Echo Score is 30/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 20m (80 min)
- Director
- Margaret Malandruccolo
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Thriller Films
- Budget
- $1M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Coven About?
The premise of Coven without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The witching hour is here. Five undergrad witches come together in order to perform a ritual to invoke the ancient powers of the witch Ashura.
Coven Themes & Keywords
· 3 tags- female nudity
- female topless nudity
- title directed by female
Coven Cast & Characters
Terri Ivens leads the cast as Dr. Lynn, with Sofya Skya as Emily and Jennifer Cipolla as Ronnie. Directed by Margaret Malandruccolo; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Margaret Malandruccolo
- Terri Ivens as Dr. Lynn
- Sofya Skya as Emily
- Jennifer Cipolla as Ronnie
- Tessa Espinola as Helen Calvert
Also Starring in Coven
· 7 more- Margot Major Beth
- Lizze Gordon Sophie
- Adam Horner James
- Jessica Louise Long Taylor
- Miranda O'Hare Jax
- Jocelyn Saenz Robin
- Sara Stretton Christy
Coven Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (20).
Coven Echo Score Breakdown
Coven struggles to deliver a compelling experience, with pervasive shortcomings across its core elements. Critics and viewers alike highlight its derivative storyline, subpar acting, and low‑budget production values, which collectively undermine any potential appeal. While a few note occasional brisk pacing and functional action scenes, these are insufficient to offset the dominant flaws. Consequently, the film offers limited satisfaction for most audiences.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
Regarding art and craft, the film exhibits numerous technical deficiencies. Reviewers repeatedly cite flimsy cinematography, uneven lighting, and hasty editing that betray a constrained budget. Although one critic praises its swift direction and engaging action sequences, the prevailing view underscores amateurish visual execution, resulting in a disengaging aesthetic overall.
- Character & Emotion 20
In terms of character and emotion, performances are uniformly criticized. Audiences describe the acting as terrible, dialogue as cringeworthy, and chemistry as lacking, with some noting gratuitous nudity that distracts rather than enhances depth. The scant positive remarks are limited to occasional appeal of the leads’ appearance, which does not compensate for the weak portrayals.
- Story & Flow 35
The narrative is frequently labeled a derivative and clichéd rip‑off of earlier witch‑craft films, offering little originality or coherent pacing. Critics point to a bewildering plot, nonsensical twists, and uninspired dialogue that collectively render the story dull and hard to follow. While a minority find the premise marginally entertaining, the overall consensus deems it unsatisfying.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory elements receive harsh criticism, with reviewers describing poor sound design, flat audio, and low‑budget visual effects that undermine immersion. Lighting is often deemed hopeless, and the overall aesthetic feels amateur. A lone positive note mentions brief, effective action sequences, but these isolated moments fail to elevate the pervasive technical shortcomings.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Rewatch potential is limited, as most viewers report little desire to revisit the film after an initial viewing. The combination of weak storytelling, subpar performances, and technical flaws diminishes lasting appeal. Only a small segment of genre enthusiasts might find occasional enjoyment, but the general consensus advises against repeat viewings.
Coven Plot Summary
What happens in Coven from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1609, deep in the Basque Country, a group of five teenagers are captured and hauled before the law after they celebrate a private gathering in the woods. The scene is set by a relentless pursuit of purity and fear, as Judge Rostegui, entrusted by the King to cleanse the region, presses for confessions about witchcraft and the so‑called akelarre—a ritual whispered to involve magical rites and the Devil himself. Even with no real evidence against them, the girls are subjected to coercive interrogation and torture as the judge pushes to uncover hidden truths.
Full summary
The whole story of Coven, scene by scene
Coven Box Office & Budget
Coven grossed $317,907 worldwide on a $1 million budget, 32% of what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$317.9K
32% of its budget back
- International
- $317.9K
- Budget
- $1M
Coven Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Coven.
How Well Do You Know Coven?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Coven Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “코벤” and “女巫阿修羅”.
- Also known as
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- 코벤
- 女巫阿修羅
- Шабаш сестер
- El ritual de las brujas
- Ritual das Bruxas
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Movies Like Coven
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Coven, Coven of Evil and Witches’ Night.
Coven FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Coven, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Coven?
Coven runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
When was Coven released?
Coven was released on July 14, 2020.
Who directed Coven?
Coven was directed by Margaret Malandruccolo.
Who is in the cast of Coven?
Coven stars Terri Ivens as Dr. Lynn, Sofya Skya as Emily and Jennifer Cipolla as Ronnie, among 11 credited actors.
How much did Coven make at the box office?
Coven grossed $317,907 worldwide on a budget of $1 million.
Does Coven have a post-credit scene?
No. Coven has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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