In the Land of Saints and Sinners (2024): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
In the Land of Saints and Sinners is a 2024 action thriller directed by Robert Lorenz, starring Kerry Condon as Doireann McCann, Conor MacNeill and Seamus O'Hara. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $3.6 million worldwide. Critics gave it 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 46m (106 min)
- Director
- Robert Lorenz
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Facing East Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is In the Land of Saints and Sinners About?
The premise of In the Land of Saints and Sinners without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
In a remote Irish village, a former outlaw named Finbar struggles to leave his past behind. Faced with a chance at redemption, he must confront the consequences of his past actions and decide whether to embrace a new path or succumb to old habits. The film explores themes of morality and the difficult choices people make when caught between right and wrong.
In the Land of Saints and Sinners Cast & Characters
Kerry Condon leads the cast as Doireann McCann, with Conor MacNeill as Conan McGrath and Seamus O'Hara as Séamus McKenna. Directed by Robert Lorenz; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Robert Lorenz
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Conor MacNeill as Conan McGrath - Seamus O'Hara as Séamus McKenna
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Liam Neeson as Finbar Murphy
Also Starring in In the Land of Saints and Sinners
· 16 more- Ciarán Hinds Vincent O'Shea
- Laura Hughes Catherine O'Shea
- Niamh Cusack Rita Quinn
- Mark O'Regan Bart McGuiness
- Jack Gleeson Kevin Lynch
- Colm Meaney Robert McQue
- Anne Brogan Josie McQue
- Michelle Gleeson Moya
- Desmond Eastwood Curtis June
- Sarah Greene Sinéad Dougan
- Joe Gallagher Mr. Wright
- Tim Landers Official
- Bernadette Carty Mum Outside Pub
- Conor Hamill Pat O'Donnell
- Manus Brennan Priest
- Valentine Olukoga Hasan Bello
More from Robert Lorenz
More films directed by Robert Lorenz, best-rated first: Trouble with the Curve and The Marksman.
In the Land of Saints and Sinners Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave In the Land of Saints and Sinners 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in character & emotion (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (55).
In the Land of Saints and Sinners Echo Score Breakdown
In the Land of Saints and Sinners delivers solid dramatic quality anchored by strong performances, though its narrative coherence and pacing remain uneven. Reviews consistently praise the cast and visual moments, but many note a tendency to meander and rely on familiar genre beats. The balance of compelling character work against a forgettable action structure yields a moderately engaging thriller. Overall, it stands as a capable but flawed effort that benefits from its leads more than its plotting.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
In terms of art and craft, the film presents elegant composing and measured cinematography that create several indelible images. Drone shots and location framing enhance the rural Irish setting, but production design and editing occasionally feel functional rather than inspired. The visual style remains coherent throughout, even if it does not consistently push beyond genre conventions.
- Character & Emotion 85
When it comes to character and emotion, the film excels on the strength of its cast. Liam Neeson’s subdued introspection and Kerry Condon’s nuanced villainy offer layered interactions, while the supporting ensemble brings depth to secondary roles. The emotional resonance is amplified by careful performances, making character development the clearest highlight of the movie.
- Story & Flow 60
Regarding story and flow, the narrative delivers familiar tropes without significant innovation. Critics note that pacing often slackens and the plot occasionally meanders through genre clichés. Some structural shifts—such as the three-part thematic design—add interest, but the overall coherence suffers from predictable setups and limited originality. The story remains serviceable but seldom compelling.
- Sensory Experience 70
In the sensory experience, the film achieves a solid audio-visual cohesion. The soundtrack and sound design support the rural atmosphere, and the understated color palette enhances tension in key scenes. While not immersive in a groundbreaking way, the combination of visual framing and measured sound elements succeeds in sustaining engagement without drawing undue attention to itself.
- Rewatch Factor 55
When considering rewatch factor, the film’s strong performances provide the main incentive for repeat viewings. However, the straightforward plotting and familiar action structure limit its lasting appeal. Viewers may return for standout character moments but are unlikely to rediscover deeper layers, making its replay value moderate rather than substantial.
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Rotten Tomatoes 83% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 74%
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Metacritic 60 Metascore
User score 6.6
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TMDB 64% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
36680 ratings
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In the Land of Saints and Sinners Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in In the Land of Saints and Sinners from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set against the backdrop of 1974 Ireland, this gripping tale begins outside a Belfast pub, where Dorieann McCann, Conor McGrath, and Seamus McKenna, all members of the IRA, anxiously await the arrival of two individuals. McKenna cleverly positions another vehicle in front of the pub and sets a timed bomb. As they linger, Dorieann catches sight of a woman accompanied by her three children approaching the pub. An argument between two boys over schoolbooks prolongs their stay in front of the establishment. Alarmed, Dorieann exits the vehicle, urgently motioning the woman to flee with her children, drawing unwarranted attention. The exchange between them speaks volumes, and the woman perceives the imminent peril.
Full summary
The whole story of In the Land of Saints and Sinners, scene by scene, with the ending explained
In the Land of Saints and Sinners Box Office
In the Land of Saints and Sinners grossed $3.6 million worldwide. $2.3 million came from the US and Canada and $1.4 million (38%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$3.6M
- US & Canada
- $2.3M
- International
- $1.4M
In the Land of Saints and Sinners Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
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Cars in In the Land of Saints and Sinners
21 cars on screen, including the 1973 Ford Capri MkI and the 1962 Rover 3 Litre P5.
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In the Land of Saints and Sinners Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “در سرزمین گناهکاران و قدیسان” and “בארץ הקדושים והחוטאים”.
- Also known as
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- در سرزمین گناهکاران و قدیسان
- בארץ הקדושים והחוטאים
- プロフェッショナル
- En tierra de santos y pecadores
- L'ultima vendetta
- Saints & Sinners
- 圣人营救
- في أرض القديسين والخطاة
- Последний наёмник
- На землі святих і грішних
- Kraj świętych i grzeszników
- 罪惡對決
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- Šventųjų ir nusidėjėlių žemėje
- در سرزمین قدیسان و گناهکاران
- В страната на светците и грешниците
- V deželi svetnikov in grešnikov
- Άγραφος Νόμος
- Na Terra de Santos e Pecadores
- ארץ החטאים
- Saints and Sinners - Heilige und Sünder
- A szentek és bűnösök földjén
- Ở Vùng Đất Của Các Vị Thần và Tội Nhân
- 원맨
- 聖人營救
- Au pays des saints et des pécheurs, წმინდანთა და ცოდვილთა მიწაზე
- U zemlji svetaca i grešnika
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In the Land of Saints and Sinners FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of In the Land of Saints and Sinners, each answered in a sentence.
How long is In the Land of Saints and Sinners?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
When was In the Land of Saints and Sinners released?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners was released on March 29, 2024.
Who directed In the Land of Saints and Sinners?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners was directed by Robert Lorenz.
More films by Robert Lorenz Who is in the cast of In the Land of Saints and Sinners?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners stars Kerry Condon as Doireann McCann, Conor MacNeill as Conan McGrath and Seamus O'Hara as Séamus McKenna, among 20 credited actors.
How much did In the Land of Saints and Sinners make at the box office?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners grossed $3.6 million worldwide ($2.3 million domestic, $1.4 million international).
How is In the Land of Saints and Sinners rated?
In the Land of Saints and Sinners has 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 60 on Metacritic, 64% on TMDB and 3.1/5 on Letterboxd.
Does In the Land of Saints and Sinners have a post-credit scene?
No. In the Land of Saints and Sinners has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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