The Last Sacrifice
“Valentine’s Day 1945. A ritual murder in rural Britain. A new horror is born.”
Synopsis
The Last Sacrifice delves into the real-life 1945 witchcraft killing of Charles Walton—the terrifying event that inspired The Wicker Man and birthed the folk horror genre. This unsettling true-crime interrogation probes into the eerie, enigmatic cultural undercurrents that shaped 1970s folk horror genre, leaving an indelible mark on cinema and public psyche.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-10-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
SXSW Sydney
Festival / Special Debut
February 16, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rupert Russell
- Screenplay & Story
- Rupert Russell
- Original Title
- The Last Sacrifice
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Intermission Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rupert Russell
Rupert Russell
Alexander McNeill
Sam Cryer
Department Leadership Roster
Rupert Russell
Director
Rupert Russell
Writer
Sam Cryer
Producer
Alexander McNeill
Editor
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Last Sacrifice about?
The Last Sacrifice delves into the real-life 1945 witchcraft killing of Charles Walton—the terrifying event that inspired The Wicker Man and birthed the folk horror genre. This unsettling true-crime interrogation probes into the eerie, enigmatic cultural undercurrents that shaped 1970s folk horror genre, leaving an indelible mark on cinema and public psyche.
Who directed The Last Sacrifice?
The Last Sacrifice was directed by Rupert Russell.
Who stars in The Last Sacrifice?
The principal cast of The Last Sacrifice includes Gavin Bone, Geraldine Beskin, Janet Farrar, Adam Godley, Ronald Hutton.
When was The Last Sacrifice released and how long is it?
The Last Sacrifice was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Last Sacrifice?
The Last Sacrifice holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).