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The Wrath of God (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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The Wrath of God is a 2022 drama thriller directed by Sebastián Schindel, starring Juan Minujín as Esteban Rey, Diego Peretti and Macarena Achaga. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes and earned $207,118 worldwide. Critics gave it 29% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Rotten Tomatoes
29%
worldwide gross
$207.1K
Echo Score
28
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The Wrath of God (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Genres
Drama , Thriller
Original language
Spanish
Studio
Netflix
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Wrath of God About?

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

Haunted by a string of mysterious family deaths, Luciana becomes entangled in a terrifying ordeal. Her boss, a writer burdened by guilt, appears to know more than he reveals about the sinister forces at work. Determined to save her sister Valentina, Luciana confronts the encroaching darkness, struggling to discern truth from delusion in a desperate fight for survival and a chance at redemption.

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Cast & crew

The Wrath of God Cast & Characters

Juan Minujín leads the cast as Esteban Rey, with Diego Peretti as Kloster and Macarena Achaga as Luciana B. Directed by Sebastián Schindel.

From the director

More from Sebastián Schindel

More films directed by Sebastián Schindel, best-rated first: The Crimes That Bind, Mundo alas, A Silent Death and The Son.

Full filmography
Ratings

The Wrath of God Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Wrath of God 29% on Rotten Tomatoes. Our Echo Score gives it 28/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

28 /100

The Wrath of God Echo Score Breakdown

The Wrath of God delivers a pretentious thriller that struggles across its core components. Direction and visual execution lack cohesion, while the narrative meanders without clear mystery or payoff. Performances are uneven, and character development is minimal, leaving the audience disengaged. The sensory elements provide occasional visual appeal but do not compensate for the broader shortcomings. Consequently, the film offers little incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in an overall weak impression.

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

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film displays inconsistent direction and editing that hinder narrative flow. Critics note a lack of visual originality, describing the production as color‑by‑numbers and pretentious. While some viewers acknowledge competent visual quality, the overall execution feels uninspired, leading to a modest appraisal of the film’s technical merits.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    Characterization suffers from thin, unengaging portrayals, with protagonists described as wafer‑thin and unlikable. Acting receives occasional praise, yet overall depth and chemistry are lacking, resulting in a disconnected emotional experience. The ensemble fails to generate empathy or investment, reinforcing the perception of underdeveloped characters throughout the story.

  • Story & Flow 20

    The story suffers from a convoluted plot riddled with holes and a predictable resolution. Pacing is uneven, with moments of slow, uninteresting exposition and a lack of genuine suspense. Reviewers repeatedly cite a missing mystery and an unsatisfying climax, positioning the narrative as the film’s most significant weakness.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    Sensory elements provide intermittent highlights, particularly in visual composition, which some reviewers note as having good quality. However, the soundtrack and sound design receive little attention, and overall cohesion is lacking. The occasional visual appeal does not offset the broader sensory shortcomings, resulting in a mixed but slightly above‑average rating for this aspect.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    The film offers limited rewatch value due to its predictable plot and lack of compelling twists. Audiences report boredom and a desire to avoid a second viewing, with the ending cited as unsatisfying. Even the few positive notes on concept fail to generate lasting appeal, rendering the rewatch factor low.

Plot

The Wrath of God Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in The Wrath of God 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

In the tumultuous year of 1922, set against the backdrop of an unnamed country south of Mexico engulfed in revolution, we follow the gripping tale of Emmet Keogh, a fervent Irish patriot and skilled political assassin. Coerced into an unconventional and dangerous task, he must transport a truck brimming with Scotch whiskey for the enigmatic English gunrunner, Jennings. During his perilous journey, he encounters the kindly Father Oliver Van Horne, an American Catholic priest who finds himself in a bit of a predicament with a flat tire and later, a car trapped atop some rocks. This seemingly trivial meeting soon evolves into something extraordinarily significant.

Full summary

The whole story of The Wrath of God, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

The Wrath of God Box Office

The Wrath of God grossed $207,118 worldwide. $168,109 came from the US and Canada and $39,009 (19%) from the rest of the world.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$207.1K

US & Canada
$168.1K
International
$39K
US & Canada 81% Rest of the world 19%
Quiz

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Cars

Cars in The Wrath of God

6 cars on screen, including the 1999 Chevrolet Cheyenne and the 1958 Chevrolet Task-Force Apache.

All 6 cars
  • 1999 Chevrolet Cheyenne in The Wrath of God 1999 Chevrolet Cheyenne Minor role
  • 1958 Chevrolet Task-Force Apache in The Wrath of God 1958 Chevrolet Task-Force Apache Minor role
  • Ford Crown Victoria in The Wrath of God Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
  • Ford Crown Victoria in The Wrath of God Ford Crown Victoria Background role
Details

The Wrath of God Also Known As

19 alternative titles, including “신의 분노” and “Colère divine”.

Also known as
  • 신의 분노
  • Colère divine
  • A Ira de Deus
  • 天怒
  • Hněv Boží
  • Die Strafe Gottes
  • Isten haragja
  • Gniew Boży
  • Tanrının Gazabı
  • غضب السماء
  • חרון האל
  • Гнів Божий
+7 more
  • Гнев Божий
  • Gnjev Božji
  • Guds vrede
  • Furia lui Dumnezeu
  • 天の怒り
  • สวรรค์แค้น
  • Božja jeza

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FAQ

The Wrath of God FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is The Wrath of God?

The Wrath of God runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was The Wrath of God released?

The Wrath of God was released on June 15, 2022.

Who directed The Wrath of God?

The Wrath of God was directed by Sebastián Schindel.

More films by Sebastián Schindel

Who is in the cast of The Wrath of God?

The Wrath of God stars Juan Minujín as Esteban Rey, Diego Peretti as Kloster and Macarena Achaga as Luciana B.

How much did The Wrath of God make at the box office?

The Wrath of God grossed $207,118 worldwide ($168,109 domestic, $39,009 international).

How is The Wrath of God rated?

The Wrath of God has 29% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63% on TMDB and 2.5/5 on Letterboxd.

Does The Wrath of God have a post-credit scene?

No. The Wrath of God has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Wrath of God in?

The original language of The Wrath of God is Spanish.

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