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Coven (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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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.

worldwide gross
$317.9K
Echo Score
30
budget
$1M
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Coven (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$1M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

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

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  • female nudity
  • female topless nudity
  • title directed by female
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Cast & crew

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.

Ratings

Coven Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (20).

30 /100

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.

Plot

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

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Box office

Coven Box Office & Budget

Coven grossed $317,907 worldwide on a $1 million budget, 32% of what it cost.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$317.9K

32% of its budget back

International
$317.9K
Budget
$1M
Videos

Coven Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Coven.

Official Trailer
Quiz

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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Details

Coven Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “코벤” and “女巫阿修羅”.

Also known as
  • 코벤
  • 女巫阿修羅
  • Шабаш сестер
  • El ritual de las brujas
  • Ritual das Bruxas

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FAQ

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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