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Nefarious is a supernatural horror thriller set largely around a prison psychiatric evaluation. On the day of his scheduled execution, a convicted serial killer tells the psychiatrist assessing him that he is a demon—and predicts the doctor will commit three murders. The film’s central tension is the collision between clinical judgment and the prisoner’s religious claim.
What is Nefarious (2023) about?
The story follows a psychiatrist tasked with evaluating a convicted serial killer on the day the prisoner is scheduled to be executed. The prisoner claims to be a demon and says the psychiatrist will commit three murders. That is the character’s claim within the film, not an established real-world fact.
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The setup makes the evaluation room the film’s main arena: its premise invites viewers to weigh a clinical explanation against an overtly religious argument. It is a better fit for viewers interested in supernatural horror and sustained dialogue than for those expecting an action-led horror plot.
Who directed Nefarious (2023)?
Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman directed and wrote the film, according to Rotten Tomatoes. Rotten Tomatoes lists Soli Deo Gloria Releasing as distributor and Believe Entertainment as the production company. Apple TV lists Mill Creek Entertainment as the studio.
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How long is Nefarious (2023)?
Runtime differs across listings, and none of the checked sources explains the discrepancy. Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango list 1 hour 38 minutes; Apple TV lists 1 hour 37 minutes. SAJE Distribution’s French listing gives 1 hour 33 minutes. Treat these as listing-specific runtimes rather than a single confirmed length.
When was Nefarious released?
Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango list April 14, 2023, as the US theatrical release date. Rotten Tomatoes lists June 2, 2023, as the streaming release date. These are US dates; SAJE Distribution lists a French release on March 28, 2025.
What is Nefarious rated?
Rotten Tomatoes lists the film as rated R for disturbing violent content in the United States. SAJE’s French listing classifies it as not suitable for children under 12. These are territory-specific classifications and should not be treated as equivalent rating systems.
What do reviews say about Nefarious?
On Rotten Tomatoes, the accessed page showed a 32% Tomatometer from 19 reviews and a 96% Popcornmeter from more than 1,000 verified ratings, as of October 8, 2026. These are changeable platform snapshots, not universal measures of quality. The gap indicates a much more favorable audience response than critical response on that site.
Rotten Tomatoes’ critics consensus says the film is well mounted and has solid performances, but criticizes its heavy-handed proselytizing. That is the platform’s editorial summary, not a quotation attributed to an individual reviewer. The distinction is useful when deciding whether an explicit faith-centered argument is part of the appeal or a drawback.
Where can you watch or collect Nefarious?
Rotten Tomatoes’ US page listed streaming on Prime Video and rental or purchase through Fandango when checked. Availability can change and varies by territory, so confirm the options shown for your location. Apple TV has a US title page, but its listing alone does not establish a particular transaction option or current availability.
A September 2023 issue of the DVD-Laser Disc Newsletter listed Nefarious among recent Mill Creek Blu-ray releases. That historical listing supports the existence of a Blu-ray release, but does not confirm current stock, a live retailer listing, or edition-specific features.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Is Nefarious based on a book?
An IMDb credits search result describes the film as inspired by Steve Deace’s novel A Nefarious Plot. The available credit information does not establish how closely the film follows the book, so it is safest to describe the relationship as reported inspiration rather than a scene-by-scene adaptation.
Film details at a glance
| Detail | Listing |
|---|---|
| Year | 2023 |
| Directors and screenwriters | Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman (Rotten Tomatoes) |
| US theatrical release | April 14, 2023 (Rotten Tomatoes; Fandango) |
| US runtime | 1 hour 38 minutes (Rotten Tomatoes; Fandango); 1 hour 37 minutes (Apple TV) |
| French runtime | 1 hour 33 minutes (SAJE Distribution) |
| US rating | R for disturbing violent content (Rotten Tomatoes) |
| US gross | $5.4 million, as reported by Rotten Tomatoes on the accessed page as of October 8, 2026; platform-reported figure |
Sources: Rotten Tomatoes; Apple TV; Fandango; SAJE Distribution; IMDb credits search result; The DVD-Laser Disc Newsletter.
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