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Tarot (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

Tarot (2024) movie poster

Tarot is a 2024 horror film directed by Spenser Cohen, starring Jacob Batalon as Paxton, Harriet Slater and Adain Bradley. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes and earned $49.4 million worldwide on a $8 million budget. Critics gave it 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 36 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10.

IMDb rating
4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes
17%
worldwide gross
$49.4M
Echo Score
34
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Tarot (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
Spenser Cohen
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$8M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Tarot About?

The premise of Tarot without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

A group of friends inadvertently summons a dark force while experimenting with ancient Tarot cards. As their deepest fears manifest, they must confront their mortality and fight to survive the escalating horrors they unleashed.

Tarot Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • tarot
  • teen horror
  • tarot reading
  • supernatural horror
  • jump scare
  • zodiac
  • zodiac sign
  • evil entity
  • slasher horror
  • title directed by female
  • friend
  • college
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  • group
  • unspeakable evil
  • indian
  • circle
  • cards
  • blood
  • death
  • one word title
  • psychological thriller
  • demon
  • reference to taurus the constellation
  • tarot card
  • evil
  • astrologer
  • curse
  • reference to aquarius the constellation
  • reference to pisces the astrological sign
  • horoscope
  • reference to libra the constellation
  • evil being
  • astrology
  • taurus the astrological sign
  • reference to capricorn the astrological sign
  • reference to leo the astrological sign
  • libra the astrological sign
  • reference to a zodiac sign
  • dead body in a bathtub
  • london england
  • mexico city
  • samuel adams beer
  • looking through a keyhole
  • reference to hogwarts
  • birthday
  • dark ritual
  • shackles
  • pulled though a window
  • reference to dwayne 'the rock' johnson
  • shackled ankles
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Cast & crew

Tarot Cast & Characters

Jacob Batalon leads the cast as Paxton, with Harriet Slater as Haley and Adain Bradley as Grant. Directed by Spenser Cohen; 14 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Tarot

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Ratings

Tarot Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Tarot 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 36 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 34/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

34 /100

Tarot Echo Score Breakdown

In Tarot, technical strengths are overshadowed by its uneven narrative and flat character work. Critics praise the visual flair and atmospheric soundtrack but note that direction and cinematography rarely cohere into a compelling whole. Plot pacing and originality draw frequent criticism for feeling derivative and disjointed, while emotional resonance struggles to emerge. Although occasional creative kill sequences offer brief excitement, the film ultimately leaves a forgettable impression lacking sustained engagement.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 40

    In terms of art and craft, Tarot displays intermittent visual ambition through striking lighting and set design but suffers from inconsistent execution. Several reviews commend the atmospheric color palette and vintage haunted-house environments, yet many find the cinematography and editing choices uninspired or careless in framing scenes. The production design occasionally captivates but often fails to sustain its aesthetic momentum. Net effect: technical elements offer moments of interest but lack cohesive artistry.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to character and emotion, Tarot struggles to establish depth and resonance. The ensemble is widely described as having thinly drawn personalities and predictable dialogue, with performances that rarely transcend clichés. Illogical decisions and minimal chemistry leave viewers unable to connect with individual arcs, reducing emotional stakes. Overall, character work remains underdeveloped and contributes to the film’s inability to forge lasting audience investment.

  • Story & Flow 35

    In terms of story and flow, Tarot frequently leans on familiar horror tropes while offering minimal narrative innovation. Reviews highlight a plot that oscillates between sluggish pacing and rushed revelations, undermining suspense. Critics label the storyline derivative and point to gaps between key set pieces that stretch engagement thin. Overall, the film’s coherence and originality fall short, resulting in a disappointing progression that fails to sustain narrative momentum.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    When evaluating sensory experience, Tarot presents a mix of effective gore and muffled scares. Several critics and viewers praise the creative kill sequences and atmospheric soundtrack, yet many also note a lack of sustained tension and inconsistent sound design. Lighting and color grading occasionally heighten mood, but sporadic technical missteps detract from immersion. In sum, the film offers isolated moments of sensory intrigue but rarely maintains a cohesive tone of dread.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    In terms of rewatch factor, Tarot offers limited incentive for repeated viewings. Though some sequences of inventive kills may appeal upon a second watch, the overall lack of character investment and narrative depth diminishes replay value. Reviews frequently describe the experience as forgettable, with minimal thematic substance or emotional resonance to reward further engagement. Consequently, the film’s appeal on subsequent viewings remains largely marginal and unlikely to endure.

Plot

Tarot Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Tarot 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 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

A group of college friends—Haley, Grant, Paxton, Paige, Madeline, Lucas, and Elise—decide to celebrate Elise’s birthday by renting a mansion nestled in the picturesque Catskills. However, the atmosphere is tense due to the recent breakup between Haley and Grant. To break the silence, they stumble upon an old box of tarot cards in the basement and persuade Haley to read their horoscopes. The results are eerie: Elise receives The High Priestess; Lucas faces The Hermit; Madeline draws The Hanged Man; Paige gets The Magician; and Paxton ends up with The Fool. Grant pulls The Devil, and Haley draws the ominous Death card.

Full summary

The whole story of Tarot, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Tarot Box Office & Budget

Tarot grossed $49.4 million worldwide on a $8 million budget, 6.2 times what it cost. $18.8 million came from the US and Canada and $30.6 million (62%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$49.4M

6.2× its budget

US & Canada
$18.8M
International
$30.6M
Budget
$8M
US & Canada 38% Rest of the world 62%
Videos

Tarot Trailers & Videos

11 videos: 1 trailer, 7 teasers, 1 clip and 2 featurettes.

All 11 videos
Official Trailer
  • Teaser In Cinemas May 1 (w/ Intro)
  • Teaser Only in cinemas May 2
  • Teaser In Cinemas May 1
  • Teaser In Cinemas May 1
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Tarot?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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Which tarot card does Elise receive during the reading?

Cars

Cars in Tarot

12 cars on screen, including the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2005 Land-Rover Discovery Series III.

All 12 cars
  • 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tarot 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Important role
  • 2005 Land-Rover Discovery Series III in Tarot 2005 Land-Rover Discovery Series III Important role
  • 1973 Mercury Comet in Tarot 1973 Mercury Comet Minor role
  • 2001 Chrysler Voyager in Tarot 2001 Chrysler Voyager Background role
Details

Tarot Also Known As

28 alternative titles, including “Horrorscope” and “Таро”.

Also known as
  • Horrorscope
  • Таро
  • تاروت
  • Death Card
  • Ölüm Kartı
  • O Tarô da Morte
  • Les Cartes du mal
  • Tarot: Karta śmierci
  • Lá Bài Ma Quỷ
  • Tarot de la muerte
  • 타로: 죽음의 카드, ტარო
  • La profezia del male
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  • TAROT: Karty smrti
  • טארוט
  • ทาโร่ต์ ไพ่เรียกผี
  • Tarot - Tödliche Prophezeiung
  • Таро: Карта смерти
  • A halálkártya
  • 絕命塔羅牌
  • 致命塔罗
  • Mirties korta
  • Tarot - Carta da Morte
  • Τα ταρώ του θανάτου
  • Taro. Ölüm kartı.
  • Тарот
  • Карти на смъртта
  • Tarot: Karta smrti
  • タロット 死を告げるカード

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FAQ

Tarot FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Tarot, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Tarot?

Tarot runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Tarot released?

Tarot was released on May 3, 2024.

Who directed Tarot?

Tarot was directed by Spenser Cohen.

Who is in the cast of Tarot?

Tarot stars Jacob Batalon as Paxton, Harriet Slater as Haley and Adain Bradley as Grant, among 14 credited actors.

How much did Tarot make at the box office?

Tarot grossed $49.4 million worldwide ($18.8 million domestic, $30.6 million international) on a budget of $8 million.

How is Tarot rated?

Tarot has 4.8/10 on IMDb, 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, 36 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.

Does Tarot have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Tarot has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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