The Reading
Synopsis
After a deadly home invasion, Emma (Mo'Nique Hicks) copes by writing a book, but when a young psychic and her team perform a reading in her home, a new terror is unleashed.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-18
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Mo'Nique
Emma Leeden
Chasity Sereal
Sky Brown
Denisha Hardeman
Jessie
Ian Haywood
Gregory
Mcauley Teters
Randy
Lisa Alavi
Ashley Leeden
Charnele Brown
Oda Brown
Cooper Helm
Mathew Leeden
Sara Alavi
Rachel Gates
Courtney Glaude
Homeless guy
Maudejanei Alero
Kendell
Ursula Renee
Cafe Patron
Wendy Camet
Cafe Patron
Crystal Lauren Jackson
Audience member
Paige McCorkle
Cafe Patron
Jonathan Algeroy
Johnny
Derek Zakari
Cafe Server
Will Scott
Mailman
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 2, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Courtney Glaude
- Screenplay & Story
- Courtney Glaude
- Original Title
- The Reading
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- AWW Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Courtney Glaude
Courtney Glaude
Stanley Hillard Jr.
Courtney Glaude, Brandon Bond, Sidney Hicks, Lee Daniels, Jeremy Green
Department Leadership Roster
Brandon Bond
Producer
Courtney Glaude
Writer
Courtney Glaude
Director
Woody Almazan
Stunt Coordinator
Stanley Hillard Jr.
Editor
Stanley Hillard Jr.
Visual Effects Supervisor
Jeremy Green
Producer
Ken Sevier
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Reading
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What is The Reading about?
After a deadly home invasion, Emma (Mo'Nique Hicks) copes by writing a book, but when a young psychic and her team perform a reading in her home, a new terror is unleashed.
Who directed The Reading?
The Reading was directed by Courtney Glaude.
Who stars in The Reading?
The principal cast of The Reading includes Mo'Nique, Chasity Sereal, Denisha Hardeman, Ian Haywood, Mcauley Teters.
When was The Reading released and how long is it?
The Reading was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.