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Covenant, The (2006)

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Release Date: September 8, 2006
On DVD: January 2, 2007
Genre: Action, Horror
Running Time: 97 minutes
MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some disturbing images, sexual content, partial nudity and language.
Director: Renny Harlin
Writer: J. S. Cardone
Cast: Steven Strait, Sebastian Stan, Laura Ramsey, Taylor Kitsch, Toby Hemingway, Jessica Lucas, Chace Crawford, Wendy Crewson

In 1692, in the Ipswich Colony of Massachusetts, five families with untold power formed a covenant of silence. One family, lusting for more, was banished - their bloodline disappearing without a trace. Until now.

Directed by Renny Harlin and written by J.S. Cardone, "The Covenant" tells the story of the Sons of Ipswich, four young students at the elite Spenser Academy who are bound by their sacred ancestry. As descendants of the original families who settled Read more

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Grade: D- Witches brew: Start with beautiful young actors and actresses; add a bad screenplay and horrible dialogue; mix together a weak plot, poor directing and outdated special effects. Simmer for 90+ minutes and you will have the recipe of a supernatural drama known as The Covenant. The 4 brothers of Ipswich hide a deep secret not known to their friends and fellow schoolmates; they possess strange, magical powers, which, once manifested, can make them stronger than ever.

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superwichy, by tracy lemley

October 10, 2007

I watch this movie at least twice; or even three times a week. I think its great! I am into all witch related movies and books . This movie seemed realistic as generations of wiches could have evolved to this day and age. It was very entertaining! Tracy from North Dakota.

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