# Where to watch The Penitent (1988) in the UK

> The Penitent (1988) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Horror, Drama, Thriller, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T06:25:02.717Z)  

## Synopsis

The Penitent (1988) isn’t faith-affirming drama—it’s lurid exploitation mocking Catholic penitents. In a devout New Mexico/Mexico village reenacting Christ’s Passion (flagellation, crucifixion), jealous husband Ramon (Raúl Juliá) joins fanatical Penitentes while his virginal wife Celia falls for ex-con friend Juan (Armand Assante), sparking deadly love triangle amid rituals.  Directed by Cliff Osmond, it sensationalizes "primitive brutal" self-mortification as barbaric cult, blending sex, betrayal, and gore—not exploring redemption or biblical penance. Secular gaze shames Hispanic Catholic traditions as repressed pathology.  Cherry-picks extremism to caricature piety, ignoring healthy devotion. Obscure PG-13 thriller for grindhouse fans, not believers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Penitent in the UK?**

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## Sources

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