The First Omen - Movie Review

Chris Stuckmann reviews The First Omen, starring Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, Sonia Braga, Tawfeek Barhom, Maria Caballero, Charles Dance, Bill Nighy. Directed by Arkasha Stevenson.

[@ChipJones421]

Man the praise for Nell Tiger Free is beyond wonderful to hear, because she is a very underappreciated young actress. Caught my eye in Too Old To Die Young and been a fan ever since... and to hear how good she is and how good the film is, is a breath of fresh air.

[@bio2189]

Only seen her in Servant but the show wouldn't have been the same without her

[@ChipJones421]

​@@bio2189I agree 100%. Hell, she was the reason I even watched it.

[@jacksonscott690]

Dude she’s on my radar for sure after this movie

[@Atomykpimp]

She was absolutely fantastic!

[@THE.N1KO]

Nell Tiger Free was great in TOTDY, a great series too.

[@vinnybastos]

Arkasha Stevenson definitely entered my list of Directors to look out for

[@gr-8166]

To answer the quote, the original Omen was a small phenomenon that had people terrified of the concept of a devil child. There is a documentary regarding its pop culture effect in the bluray version of the (1976) feature. The first film is also really good.

[@eddiezanryder]

It wasn't a brag. It was a wink and nod to the genre and the original film.

[@gr-8166]

@@eddiezanryder I should have made it clear that the news talked about it being the scariest and the poster refers to its influence. Even in the doc you see people going to ambulances and a small satanic panic that came from the release of the film. Plus the curse made the film much more known albeit infamously.

[@gr-8166]

@@ericesposito3880 I’ll give that a watch after. This might be another set of movies that match each other’s plots. Like Volcano and Dante’s Peak, or Antz and A Bug’s Life.

[@ScottSullivanTV]

Saw it tonight! I thought it was absolutely incredible. Let's just say a certain shot in the first part of the movie (where a woman has her legs wide open and something is coming out) and it cuts to black.... the ENTIRE audience just audibly had a different reaction. It was awesome

[@imkira13]

Can we watch this without any context of the old omen films ? Because this is the first time I am hearing about omen films..

[@ScottSullivanTV]

@@imkira13 It stands on its own. The final word in this movie kinda "sets up" the original movie. Other than that, you'll understand everything.

[@coolnerdlll6053]

That shot was absolutely insane. MILD SPOILER: I texted someone I know about what I thought of the movie afterward and said "Deformed hands show up in places where you wouldn't expect".

[@OGMillyMillz_]

Chris grew up with The First Omen

[@coolnerdlll6053]

​@@OGMillyMillz_Go away.

[@JanSzafranski]

Totally agree! At one point I realised that Gregory Peck should appear at the end… and was worried we might get a CGI version. So relieved they went for the photo in the file option. I was also blown away at how much the cinematography looked like a 1970s film

[@15Candles]

Knowing that its a prequel to a movie that's 48 years old at this point with tagline in the poster confidently saying that it is "the most terrifying movie of the year", it's honestly quite shocking that it has been getting a strong positive buzz, but hey good for them 😂

[@GrizzlyDave85]

I saw this comment on Jeremy’s video too.

[@jankmedia1985]

It's actually a pretty solid movie. It's like 3/4 trashy Italian horror. Pleasant surprise for sure.

[@PoopilussMcDoopiluss]

It really is that good trust me. Shat on Immaculate AND Late Night With the Devil. Hell, I haven’t seen a horror film this good since Hereditary or Sinister.

[@LeonAvalos]

The movie is good, who cares if someone on the marketing team decided it was a good idea to include an infamous quote lol

[@abbasmerchant3161]

Do I have to see the others before seeing this one I haven't seen the others but I wanna see this one

[@battleupsaber462]

The First Omen and Monkey Man have almost the exact same poster, and I find that extremely amusing.

[@Music_Movie_Fan_]

Same lmao😅

[@melbromley929]

They must have been so annoyed when they seen each other's posters lmao

[@OGMillyMillz_]

Chris grew up with The First Omen

[@Hushhh855]

The First Omen 👿 vs Monkey Man 🐒 is a prediction on the election 🤣

[@user-he3op5pi6i]

Biden aint no money man

[@themtgdude486]

I enjoyed it more than Immaculate. Looking forward to your Monkey Man review, loved it.

[@travisspazz1624]

I think I need to see an optometrist! I could barely follow the action in Monkey Man!!

[@OGMillyMillz_]

Chris grew up with The First Omen

[@LoXHumaN]

@@travisspazz1624wasn’t a huge fan of a lot of the camera work during the action scenes but it was still dope.

[@Thomas15]

It was a good film, but I thought Immaculate was better. It wasn’t constrained like The First Omen, which had to fit within the Omen franchise.

[@dominiclane8538]

Immaculate ?is it a good film ,i keep seeing it banded around on here .is it a simmiler film ? ​@@Thomas15

[@RSG_TheMonster]

'This film was 666 times better than I thought it was going to be!' I see what you did there Chris!

[@21innocentbystander]

What did he do?

[@somecallmejeremy]

​@@21innocentbystander 666 is the number for the devil.

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Yeah, I thought that was a nice touch🤣

[@21innocentbystander]

@@somecallmejeremy What????

[@michael-4k4000]

What did Mr stuckman do? I represent Mr Stuckman. Do know when his film is going to be released?

[@michaelproch8801]

Glad to have this films quality confirmed. I saw the trailer in theaters and was really impressed but didn't want to get my hopes up too high. Doubly excited now and booking a ticket for tomorrow.

[@Dragonboy118]

I've been watching Stuckman videos since he was in his bedroom with the Batman posters. Guys he literally started off reviewing movies in his bedroom. There is nothing creepy about what I said. Unless you are not an og subscriber and don't know what I'm talking about.

[@gbasar1032]

U sound creepy 😭 Who watches someone on their bedroom.

[@Raspotnik]

What the hell dude 😅😂

[@BayezidAlSamir]

so you'd been stuckmannised long time ago!

[@OGMillyMillz_]

Chris grew up with The First Omen

[@johnny1013johnny]

You're ridiculous @@gbasar1032

[@highvoltagemedia7150]

Saw it last night. The word masterpiece gets thrown around a lot but this flick is damn close. One of the best prequels ever made and just an incredible horror film in every regard. Huge and welcome surprise.

[@Wheretheportlandorarealadiesat]

Oof It was creepy creepy

[@divdo1]

Masterpiece implies perfection. This was far from it. Rewatch the original and see how much the mucked up the story

[@LeonAvalos]

​@@divdo1you can't relax and just enjoy a good prequel can you 😂

[@divdo1]

@@LeonAvalos oh I enjoy a good prequel. A good prequel can at least make sense. This wasn’t one of them

[@Atomykpimp]

@@divdo1why don’t you go troll somewhere else and let others enjoy their experience with the movie.

[@DR729er]

Thanks Chris for your honest reviews. So far your reviews been on point.

[@brianbara3204]

You are the 4th online critic I follow who has said pretty much the same thing. Thanks, Chris. I'm sold!

Hey Chris! Just wanted to say I absolutely love your reviews. Your channel is one of my top all-time favorites on KZbin. Your videos are so joyful and exciting - exactly what I enjoy. Big thanks from a fan in Spain! 🤩

[@halinasarapata5611]

You mentioning Possession aka one of my favourite movies, hyped this movie up for me soooooo much!!!!

[@taotzu1339]

Which year did it come out and who are the main actors? I tried looking it up and there are 4-5 movies with that name.

[@halinasarapata5611]

@@taotzu1339 it's the one made by Żuławski with Sam Neill. It was made in 1981

[@oldmanpence4803]

I love the Omen trilogy, these are among my favorite horror movies so was not initially thrilled to hear a prequel was made - but your review of it has made me at least curious. I might go watch the original first though, just to get that dark feeling back. Thanks man, great job as always!

[@balladofthebroken7569]

I’m hearing really positive things about The First Omen. I can already tell the director captured the essence of the time period cinematography wise

[@AironExTv]

I had that no expectation turning to awe moment for a couple of films. Shawshank Redemption, Ususal Suspects and Dusk Till Dawn. I saw all those on sneak preview showings. I had no idea what would be on, no idea what those films were, so it's a perfect surprise. I try to preserve that magic by checking out no trailers, sometimes just looking at the thumbnails you guys on KZbin provide for your reviews. This film is now on my must-see list. I hope to have forgotten everything you said when I go see it.

[@silkyjohnson1836]

I just got home from watching it and my whole theater was audibly gasping at certain scenes (especially THAT one) and the jump scares were well done. Scares aside I really enjoyed the story and watching it unfold. It found a way to respect the original film while expanding on it. All the actors brought their A game to the movie and that brought the terror home like few other horror films have. Go watch it !

[@pabloolache7070]

Which scene is THAT one?

[@Jonathan_Collins]

There was a tv show called Damien that was on A&E I believe, wish that never got cancelled. It was a good twist on The Omen!

[@bloodgoast]

yea your right but the show was poorly written

[@nasanoir310]

bro literally decided to comment the exact same thing on the Jeremy Jahns video and the Chris Stuckmann video.

[@LuisSierra42]

@@nasanoir310 I think this is a bot

[@Yellowshirtmann]

@@LuisSierra42nah he isn’t a bot surprisingly this is common for people to copy and paste their comments or others bcus they are farming likes. They get a dopamine hit from the validation or interactions and a sense of good karma for spreading joy.

[@englishatheart]

@@bloodgoast You're*

[@snipe-won]

This wasn’t even on my radar of movies to watch this year but definitely going to check it out now after seeing this review. Thank you! 💪🏽

[@zeldfan1]

This and Alien: Romulus are the first time I’ve been excited for horror movies in years! I’m working on watching the original Omen for my first time, and I’m really looking forward to seeing the rest and then hopefully The First Omen back to back! What a great year for surprise movies so far!!!!

[@garyprieto3731]

Same!!! It looks like a great year for movies.

[@NoTodoEsArte1]

I got extremely and also weirdly excited when I saw the trailer a few months ago at the cinema, the cinematography looked extremely careful, very detailed and also very creepy. It looked very atmospheric and genuinely creepy, which is very rare. The composition, the music, the sound design, the way the trailer was presented really caught my my attention, I looked it up immediately and saw that it was a relatively small movie with no ratings and that it hadn’t come out. I’ve been waiting for it ever since with some suspicion but also excitement to see what it really is about. Your review confirmed my suspicion and my thoughts around the movie, so now I’m going to go watch it very excited and eagerly. Great review Chris as per usual, loved it.

[@zeeshanarif2289]

Hey @ChrisStuckmann when will Shelby Oaks release? Looking forward to that!

[@ghiajohnson1547]

I’m seeing The Omen tonight! Thank you for an awesome review!

[@joeschmoe2659]

How was it?

[@Oz07]

Crazy how it was the trailer shown before Late Night with the Devil, that sold me on the film. It looked so good... Then I saw the title of the film, and was surprised that it was an Omen movie trailer. I had high hopes just from the trailer and I'm so happy to hear the positive receptions!

[@marias5732]

Thanks for the review,Chris!Planning to see it last week but I didn't want to see it without seeing your review first..Omen 1 is such a classic favorite of mine, glad to know the prequel is good. Will watch it omorrow!

[@MarkArnoldMusic]

It has Bill Nighy, Ralph Innesin, and Charles Dance in it by the looks - some powerhouse British talent... So im sold already

[@jessielefey]

Another thing that in any other movie would've been a red flag tho. lol When your cast is that stacked it's either gonna be really good or really REALLY bad, yano? 😅

[@jessielefey]

(Although, now I sorta want the terrible syfy original horror movie where Bill Nighy and Charles Dance compete to be The One Thing Worth Watching "yes I know exactly what kind of movie I'm in" "elegant consumption of the scenery with cutlery we're not barbarians thank you very much" villains? It'd be Underworld all over again.)

[@renaissanceman5296]

I’ll watch anything with Charles Dance

[@carlodonn8983]

He only has a small cameo part ​@@renaissanceman5296

[@ZakkPL1]

everytime in like last 2 weeks when i see that you have posted new review im hoping it is The Late Night with the Devil, can't wait to see it and hear what do you think of it

[@troyhenry3267]

Looking forward to this one Chris! Great review.

[@davidisaackson2764]

Chris, I will never see another movie again without reading your review first. You are awesome analyzing films. Keep up the great work!!!

[@waddayuknow]

Same exact experience. Went in with no expectations. Left completely blown away. Great horror and by far my favorite Omen film!

[@englishatheart]

What drugs were you all on? 😂 It's just okay.

[@lukebrown5087]

I don't normally do horror films, but I did see the original on the t.v when I was a little kid back in the 1980s, and it scared me to tears, so based on this review, I'm going to give it a watch.

[@americanpancakelive]

I am a huge fan of Servant and obviously a large part of that was Nell Tiger Free's performance so I am super stoked and happy for her that The First Omen is getting great reviews.

[@feos1830]

I never clicked so fast. It means for me, Chris is the truth.

[@ciarantiger]

Delighted to hear this! Will get my lady to watch the original with me (really fucked me up as a kid) and this prequel.

[@morrobotik8105]

Chris when is your movie coming out ! Cant wait to watch it ! I hope it is screened world wide.

[@thehumblegent]

Always enjoy your reviews mate, thanks. Peace and Love

[@RageONTv]

Will you make a review for Frozen empire? Would love to hear your thoughts about it ! 🎉

[@juwonhall2218]

Surprised u haven’t reviewed Late night with the Devil , I’ve been waiting on u to do that one

[@seymourtoa]

wait a sec Stuckman, did you indeed say it was six hundred and sixty six times better than expectations? very nice affectation there! 🤘 i salute you sir!

[@storywala88]

I was curious but you have made me quite intrigued to check it out. Well put.

[@viewfromthemoon]

Loved the whole production, director, DOP, casting, art direction etc. This is a real good one. As a major horror fan and fan of The Omen, I haven't been impressed by any movie in a while. Nell Tiger Free and Ralph Ineson, who I loved in the Witch, are really amazing actors.

[@dravenlee4473]

Glad this is getting good reviews. I’m getting Possession vibes as well from the performance. So happy studios are starting to release suspense and story are more important than loud sounds and jump scares.

[@ohyeahitsthatoneguy]

Looking forward to this now! Still can't believe you haven't reviewed Late Night with the Devil yet though

[@Masshole4life]

Same

[@johnoates3791]

Saw it late last night, and I was floored by how excellent it is.

[@HelloMotherFoodReviews]

Thanks for the Review, my dude!

[@Royalewithcheese616]

Btw long time fan Chris love everything you do man! You’re a legend 🔥

[@J-RivtheMCnProducer]

Okay. I’m definitely checking this one out. But I’m surprised you haven’t done Late Night with the Devil yet.

[@gram2466]

that scene in the Bad Room .... holy shit man

[@itsjaize]

Saw it last night and I feel the exact same way. I was expecting it to be okay, and I was absolutely blown away. This movie deserves more recognition.

[@rkosurvivor]

thanks chris, wouldnt have seen this film without seeing that you posted a vid on it.

[@mysoullovessoul558]

Well well, this is surprising, and Chris's review is very reminiscent of when he reviewed Hereditary. Can't wait to see this. Thanks!

[@primalplasma]

It's no Hereditary.

[@robo9439]

​​@@primalplasmaIn all fairness, Hereditary is a once in a generation horror movie classic. It's on a similar level as the Exorcist and Rosemary's baby.

[@diegomo1413]

I just saw this last night. There are some parts that are done very well but for me personally, it doesn’t compare to Hereditary. I also saw Hereditary for the first time a few weeks ago. That movie made me have trouble going to sleep for two nights in a row. This movie…not so much.

[@johnreremoana930]

In The Omen (1976) movie, wasn't Damien born from a Jackal (a dog)?

[@greyworld6242]

Yes.

[@jimsmith8797]

Daddy

[@BarryHart-xo1oy]

Yes,that’s correct.

[@classicarah]

Yes, they should've kept the original plot.

[@Jzcometh]

The Jackal was the father and the thing burning at the end of the movie. They should have made that more apparent though.

[@davidisaackson2764]

never would have paid 2 see this BUT after your positive review gave it a chance and I am glad I did. Your review is spot on and very accurate. Thanks for the opinions and your brilliant analysis. I loved it!!!

[@ErmineskinCreelov]

Chris always nails it so Im gonna go. Thanks again!

[@jchandlersabeast]

Chris, you have to watch Late night with the devil if you havent already. It is a very creative, well done horror movie. Best horror movie ive seen in a while

[@IHandOutLs4You]

he already saw it. hope he reviews it

[@jacobmonks3722]

If you're looking for more horror classics, I'm curious if you've ever seen Jacob's Ladder. It's a rare example of a horror movie with a rather uplifting and inspirational message.

[@brianchristian7293]

I saw the original Omen in the late 1970s (yes, I'm old) and went to see this one on the basis of your review. I enjoyed it and thought it was very confidently crafted and well played by all of the actors. Without spoiling anything, the only thing I noticed was that it turned a major plot twist in the 1976 movie on its head. But, I think they can logic it through if they make any more movies with these characters.

[@UriahWesman]

Thanks for letting me know about 35mm. Got tickets for that!

[@Wheretheportlandorarealadiesat]

The movie was creepy and scary and intense as fuck fans of Richard donners classic won’t be disappointed

[@LeonAvalos]

Man, I didn't expect to like this movie so much! It made me feel so tense I actually wanted to leave the cinema at some point! 😂 There's so much to love about this, absolutely creepy, glad we're getting so many great horror movies this year.

[@lairofhorrors1756]

Going to the theater to see this tomorrow, im so pumped for this film!

[@ThisIsMyFullName]

2:04 I was wondering where I'd seen her before. She was brilliant in Servant!

[@MediaLieDetector]

Will there be an Omen minus one? 😂

[@latayesha]

I saw it already! I loved it, it was way better than I expected. I hope people give it a chance.

[@thecinematicconstructor]

Hey Chris, can we have some updates on shelby oaks?

[@salmaarriaga2828]

For a long time I stopped caring about horror movies but this was absolutely fantastic and very different! I enjoyed the ending and there were a lot of great scenes that were just shot beautifully! This and immaculate have been sooo good!!

[@Kirby-gu1lf]

People are talking about the hand thing but how about the very first scene of the movie. When you see them animal toes!!!

[@PopularNobody]

BABE WAKE UP, NEW STUCKMANN!!!!

[@davidbenasulin]

Nice review! Thank you for the video!

[@keithjeremiah7624]

I saw this movie before looking at your review and I have to admit that you were spot on and the first omen definitely stands side by side with The Omen

[@Jonathan_Collins]

Im surprised people are saying its better than Immaculate after that crazy final scene in Immaculate.

[@NiPeMiRecenziiFilme]

Both movies are equally bad.

[@justingenie7214]

It’s way better than immaculate imo. There’s nothing the former accomplishes that The first omen doesn’t do way better.

[@IHandOutLs4You]

@@NiPeMiRecenziiFilmeL for you

[@Breadcups]

Both movies are good, similar but good old school horror.

[@xxGojira54]

Loved the Original Omen its classic horror film. I'm genuinely excited to see this movie now. Was super disappointed with the new Exorcist sequel was hoping it was gonna be scary but extremely disappointed it wasn't. This sounds like its gonna be a genuinely scary horror film i'm pumped!!!

[@miri5960]

I wasn't planning on watching this bc it seem to me another one of those films with a lot of jump scares. But I hv been seeing a lot of good reviews on this one and hearing you praise the movie now makes me want to watch it, I trust your reviews bc I find my taste in movies similar to yours 😄 now I'm looking forward to watching this, probably this weekend. Looking forward to Monkey Man review nxt

[@dustinwhalen4583]

I did not expect to love this movie so much. She deserves all the awards.

[@TheLILTMAN11]

Servant was insane on apple tv

[@k-slay4407]

The final season was meh, but I miss that show. It's so much fun 2 watch.

[@TheStuartmbaxter]

Late Night with the Devil please Chris

[@themtgdude486]

Great film.

[@majinsole8554]

Wow, was not expecting this review from this film, but it’s awesome to hear. ~_~

[@thothheartmaat2833]

your synopsis is the feeling i got from the trailer.. maybe this will break the mold and be one of the only horror movies that wins an academy award..

[@bruh_hahaha]

One of the scariest movie theater experience I’ve had in a while.

[@shauryashimpi1143]

Really should I watch that movie??

[@NiPeMiRecenziiFilme]

​@@shauryashimpi1143It's not scary at all. The same shitty noisy jumpscares. It's a bit gory because it shows some brutal scenes, but nothing interesting. Those who say this is scary probably watched 2 horror movies all their life.

[@brayanlotbest]

@@NiPeMiRecenziiFilmethis movie has literally the same atmosphere work as the original The omen, the movie is just not for you then

[@JohnJohn-fe6yc]

yes. It is scary. The original omen is almost 50 years old but this one captures the tone and spirit of the original in a remarkable way. It is highly disturbing and grotesque. The horror is there, but it comes from the disturbing nature and thought of a demonic child and the horror the church is comitting to make it happen. Its a film that lets the abhorrent nature of the acts being committed scare you, not ghosts jumping out at you to scare you.

[@maxstone6953]

Well done, yet I'm surprised you failed to mention the major plot line in this movie that totally contradicts the original storyline. Hard to overlook.

[@TheBouch33]

This movie is such a great companion piece/ prequel. It matches the tone and aesthetic of the original but still has modern touches and some nice atmospheric scares. And Nell is fantastic as Margaret! Was very pleasantly surprised at how good it was

[@SMPMS8389]

The freak out in Possession is incredible

[@Goran_Barbaric]

Tought his mom was jackal

[@balthazarbratt8194]

Ok You sold it. I'm going with the mindset that it can't be as good as you sold it I hope I'm surprised. Edit. I wasn't as pleasantly surprised as him. It was ok. Nothing special.

[@smithpatricemary]

I saw it tonight and loved it! Was generally freaked out- so well done and belonged well next to the Gregory Peck Omen movie years ago! I want to see it again! 😊

[@Tymbus]

A good review , made me want to see the film. Thanks.

[@ramundopepitos]

The First Omen is by far THE best horror film I have ever seen and I am a horror fanatic. This is one I can actually rewatch over and over again. It had one of the sweetest arch for a protagonist that I've ever seen in film. I demand a sequel/remake of OMEN with the same director, producers, cast and crew. Y'all did a fantastic job and reinvigorated the Horror genre. Bravo!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@sonupuppy6419]

No…

[@jonfreeman9682]

Is this satire? It's hard to tell.

[@luisutil9070]

Just saw it..... it sucked

[@freedom_rock18]

The director really did her homework, and the cast did a really good job I also loveed the twist I wasn’t expecting that

[@dertodesking.]

Possession was mentioned. This is already high praise.

[@azcardguy7825]

Is the studio paying him for reviews? It was okay but not great imo

[@XxXDestroyer]

I mean just read the comments a lot of people agree, and Jeremy said a lot of the same things.

[@davidcauley9400]

Conspiracy thinking is dogshit for weak minds who cant handle people having differing subjective takes on films. Pure cringe and dunning-kruger syndrome. Grow the fkk up.

[@-thesalemcrow-5941]

Why is everyone here praising it so much, I just watched it and it is everything I hate about modern horror movies

[@slids8300]

Could you elaborate? I assume the jumpscares in the first half are probaby what u mean

[@-thesalemcrow-5941]

@@slids8300 No just boring, dragged out, nothing happening, not scary no interesting characters

[@tevo46]

Yeah I just watched it and it was so boring.

[@bobbyfischer9927]

I think this film is amazing. Watched it with 2 other people too who also loved it. But hey film is subjective. Sad to hear you didn’t like it.

[@jonfreeman9682]

I'm just as perplexed. This is 🥱 and nothing happens. Totally predictable with a lame ending.

[@maxfree508]

You are a brilliant reviewer thanks 🙏

[@stevenlamb8726]

Sitting in the theater right now waiting for it to start. It’s been a while since I’ve seen a good horror movie at the theaters. Pumped!

[@CNCycle]

666th comment

[@GLASSB182]

First!!

[@stevensantos9572]

I heard good things and went to see it this morning. It was fantastic. Most surprising, they set up a legit reworking of the story where a new Omen, or a new sequel to that original would be welcome. I would love to know what happens to some of these characters later in life.

[@blainemccants1390]

Mr. Stuckman I'm going to watch this in the next few hours I really enjoyed your review. I will find out if it is as good as the others. Thank you Sir