Sister Death (2023)
▸ Decent one-time watch
Sister Death is streaming in the US on Netflix.
The verdict
Sister Death neither embarrasses itself nor gives you much reason to recommend it. It's sitting at 6.0/10 on TMDB across 382 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 91 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In the US you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 91 minutes on it?
91 minutes of Spanish drama with a horror streak, adults only. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
Don't watch this if…
- this is the shared-living-room pick — the certificate is R
- you want horror you can watch half-distracted — this one is certified R and means it
- Why
- 6.0/10 across 382 ratings — a middling reception, so this one depends on whether the premise appeals to you.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- A late night with the lights off
Story
Spain, 1949. Narcisa, a novice, arrives at an old convent, converted into a girls' school, to work as a teacher.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 31m — short |
| Watch with family? | R · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Horror |
| Language | Spanish |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Paco Plaza
Cast
Aria Bedmar
Narcisa
Maru Valdivielso
Sister Julia
Luisa Merelas
Mother Superior
Almudena Amor
Sister Socorro
Chelo Vivares
Sister Sagrario
Consuelo Trujillo
Sister Muerte
Where to watch in the US
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 24, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is Sister Death worth watching?
Decent one-time watch. It rates 6.0/10 on audience ratings. 91 minutes of Spanish drama with a horror streak, adults only. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
Where can I watch Sister Death?
You can stream Sister Death in the US on Netflix.
When is Sister Death coming to streaming?
Sister Death is already streaming in the US on Netflix.
Is Sister Death family friendly?
Sister Death is rated R — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Sister Death in?
Sister Death is a Spanish film (Drama / Horror).