32 Chilling Occult Horror Films
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To the Devil a DaughterMovie · 1976 · 95mA novelist specializing in occult stories must fight to protect a young girl. A group of Satanists, headed by a priest expelled from the church, intends to use her as a figurehead for the Devil.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.4 - 2
The GateMovie · 1987 · 86m · Horror, FantasyThree children's curiosity unleashes chaos when they accidentally open a gateway to another world in their backyard. Tiny, terrifying demons pour through, causing havoc on Earth. The kids must now fight back to close the portal and save their world. They face incredible challenges on an exciting quest for survival, relying on courage and friendship. This film combines horror and family adventure to tell a captivating story about bravery and the strength of youth.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 3
AlucardaMovie · 1977 · 77m · HorrorFollowing her parents' death, a young orphan finds refuge in a secluded convent. But her new home hides a terrifying secret. With her enigmatic friend Alucarda, she's drawn into a world of Satan worship and demonic possession. As a sinister influence grows, they both fall into vampirism and darkness, struggling to escape the evil that binds them. The convent, once a place of safety, transforms into a prison threatening to destroy them.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 4
Vengeance of the ZombiesMovie · 1973 · 89m · HorrorIn a world where the supernatural blends with reality, an enigmatic Indian mystic uses ancient chants to bring deceased women back to life. He commands them to exact revenge for him. These spectral avengers then roam the streets, delivering retribution for the mystic's hidden desires. They become pieces in a dangerous game that blurs justice and vengeance, life and death. The film explores power, control, and the consequences of interfering with the afterlife, prompting viewers to consider morality and redemption.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.3 - 5
The OrderMovie · 2003 · 102m · Fantasy, Horror, MysteryFor centuries, a secret Order of priests has operated within the Church. Father Alex Bernier, a priest deemed a renegade, is dispatched to Rome to investigate the puzzling death of a highly respected member of the Order. As a series of disturbingly similar killings occur, Bernier's investigation leads him to confront a level of evil beyond comprehension.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.7 - 6
Eko Eko Azarak: Wizard of DarknessMovie · 1995 · 80m · HorrorMisa Kuroi faces a terrifying ordeal at her high school, which is plagued by a sinister supernatural force. Accused by her classmates, she must uncover the truth behind the evil and clear her name. When an unexpected detention leaves Misa and twelve other students trapped in the school after dark with their teacher missing, they become targets of brutal attacks. As fear mounts, Misa strives to gain the trust of her classmates, hoping to unite them against the darkness and save them from a horrifying fate.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 7
Prince of DarknessMovie · 1987 · 102m · HorrorA team of graduate students and scientists discover a hidden canister in an abandoned church. They open it, releasing a mysterious liquid that begins to transform people worldwide. As society descends into chaos and people succumb to dark impulses, the researchers must fight to contain the spreading threat. Racing against time, they confront their fears and moral choices in a desperate bid to save humanity from destruction.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 8
The SentinelMovie · 1977 · 92m · Horror, Mystery, FantasyAlison Parker confronts her past as she investigates strange happenings in her new Brooklyn Heights apartment building. The building's unusual residents each hide secrets, and Alison’s history of trauma becomes intertwined with the building’s unsettling atmosphere.
The film shifts between Alison’s past and present as she tries to solve a mystery connected to her apartment complex. As she uncovers a dark secret shared by the tenants, a feeling of unease grows. This psychological drama explores the strength of those who have overcome hardship, drawing the audience with its compelling story and atmosphere.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 9
The Blood on Satan's ClawMovie · 1971 · 96m · HorrorIn 17th century England, a quiet village experiences a terrifying shift when children discover what seems to be the remains of Satan. Their innocent discovery leads them down a dark path, transforming them and drawing them into devil worship. The village, once bound by faith, is horrified as its youngest members become a coven of devil worshippers. Fear spreads, forcing the community to confront a timeless struggle between good and evil and fight back against the darkness consuming them.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 10
The Devil's FemaleMovie · 1974 · 84mAt a secluded girls' boarding school, a strikingly beautiful blonde orphan becomes the host to a malevolent demon.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.6 - 11
Fear No EvilMovie · 1981 · 99m · HorrorAndrew seems like a typical gifted but distant teenager, often the target of schoolyard teasing. But he hides a shocking secret: he is Lucifer, the demon. As his dark side emerges, Andrew begins a series of violent acts against those who bullied him.
To counter this, Archangel Gabriel transforms into Julie, an 18-year-old student at their school. This mysterious person enters the conflict between good and evil, leading to a dangerous clash between Andrew's demonic power and Julie's divine efforts. The story explores themes of identity, revenge, and the impact of unleashing evil in an everyday world.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.5 - 12
SpellbinderMovie · 1988 · 99m · Horror, Drama, RomanceJeff Mills is a Los Angeles lawyer whose life changes when he witnesses domestic abuse and rescues a young woman. Their lives become connected, and Jeff becomes involved in a dangerous situation surrounding her, despite warnings from his secretary. The film blends romance, danger, and justice in a suspenseful story that unfolds in the city, keeping audiences engaged.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 13
The ChurchMovie · 1989 · 102m · HorrorA new librarian discovers a hidden secret within an old Gothic cathedral, awakening a dark history. This unleashes madness, violence, and demonic vengeance upon the townspeople. The cathedral's past comes alive, revealing it as a stage for retribution and despair. The librarian must confront the horrifying truth and try to restore balance to a world consumed by chaos, where even the sacred is tainted by darkness.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 14
The Devil's RainMovie · 1975 · 85m · HorrorA secluded town hides dark secrets. When a Satanist cult leader is killed by members of the local church, he vows revenge on their descendants. He uses ancient blood contracts to unleash a sinister power that binds their families to his control. As innocent people become entangled in this evil plot, they uncover a horrifying truth about their ancestry and a darkness that spans generations. This story explores betrayal, vengeance, and the terrifying consequences of forbidden alliances.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.0 - 15
The Wicker ManMovie · 1973 · 93m · HorrorOn a remote island, Police Sergeant Neil Howie investigates the disappearance of a young woman. The investigation becomes unsettling as he uncovers a disturbing local belief: the girl may have never existed. As Howie explores the island's traditions, he begins to doubt what is real, finding a community filled with secrets and hidden truths. This suspenseful story examines trust, conformity, and the darker aspects of human nature in an isolated environment.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 16
WitchcraftMovie · 1964 · 79m · HorrorIn the English countryside, construction projects disturb a centuries-old secret. The accidental discovery of a 300-year-old witch's burial site awakens her spirit. Angered by the modern intrusion, she unleashes vengeful magic upon the village, shattering its peace. Residents, who had long dismissed the witch as legend, must now confront her wrath. Fear grips the community as they grapple with their forgotten history and the supernatural forces unleashed. The film explores themes of revenge, historical consequences, and community resilience in a story of terror and mystery.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 17
Satan's BloodMovie · 1978 · 82m · Horror, ThrillerAndrés and Ana accept an invitation to spend the night at a secluded villa with a mysterious couple. What begins as an unexpected evening takes a dark turn as they sense something unsettling beneath the villa's idyllic surface. Soon, they become involved in disturbing sexual encounters and begin to uncover a horrifying truth: these experiences are part of a sinister Satanic ritual meant to enslave them to evil forces. The film builds suspense and psychological terror, creating a relentlessly unsettling experience.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 18
Children of the CornMovie · 1984 · 92m · Horror, ThrillerA couple of travelers find themselves in an unsettlingly empty town in Nebraska. Exploring the deserted streets, they discover a terrifying secret: the town is controlled by a sinister cult of children who worship a demon hidden in the cornfields. These children, seemingly innocent, have been corrupted by their dark god and are committing horrific acts. The travelers must uncover the cult's origins while fighting to survive a nightmarish encounter with the demonic presence that has taken hold of the town.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 19
WitchboardMovie · 1986 · 98m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerThree friends accidentally summon a malevolent spirit while using a Ouija board during a sleepover. They connect with the ghost of a young boy, but their excitement turns to terror when an evil entity called Malfeitor takes over one of their bodies.
As darkness spreads, the remaining two friends must uncover the truth about the spirit and fight to save their possessed friend from a horrifying change. They confront their fears and uncover dark secrets that threaten their friendship and lives. The story follows the terrifying consequences of messing with the unknown, as innocence is lost.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 20
The BelieversMovie · 1987 · 114m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerCal Jamison, a police psychologist grieving the sudden death of his wife, tries to start over with his young son in New York City. His fragile peace is disrupted by a series of disturbing ritualistic murders: two young people have been victims of horrific crimes involving fire.
Reluctantly drawn into the investigation, Cal confronts the darkness within the city as he examines the gruesome details. He becomes caught in a complicated and despairing situation, forced to confront his own grief while trying to solve the case. Cal must determine if his personal tragedy is connected to these events, potentially changing how he understands love, life, and loss.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 21
WarlockMovie · 1989 · 103m · Horror, Fantasy, ActionIn 17th century New England, Giles Redferne relentlessly hunts witches. He captures a dangerous warlock, thinking their conflict is over. But the warlock escapes with supernatural help and is flung into the 1980s. Planning to destroy the world, he uses his dark powers in this new time. Redferne follows him through the centuries, struggling to adapt. He teams up with a resourceful young woman, and together they fight the warlock's evil. Navigating the modern world, they must uncover ancient magic to prevent humanity's destruction.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 22
The City of the DeadMovie · 1960 · 78m · Mystery, HorrorThe seemingly peaceful town of Massachusetts hides a long-forgotten secret. A young college student arrives to study witchcraft, intrigued by the town's unique traditions. Staying at an old inn with an unsettling atmosphere, she explores and interviews locals, gradually uncovering a dark truth beneath the town's calm appearance. The residents have a surprising connection to witchcraft, a secret passed down through generations. As she researches, the student becomes involved in this mysterious world, struggling to separate reality from legend. Her investigation into witchcraft reveals the complexities of human nature and the lengths people will take to protect their history.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 23
The Devil Rides OutMovie · 1968 · 96m · HorrorThe Duc de Richelieu faces a desperate fight to save his friend from Mocata, a powerful and mysterious Satanist. Mocata uses dark forces to torment those within a protected area, escalating the horrors they experience. With time running out, a final confrontation arrives that will decide the fate of everyone caught in this suspenseful story.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 24
The AntichristMovie · 1974 · 112m · Drama, HorrorA wealthy Italian aristocrat experiences a terrifying ordeal when his young daughter, paralyzed by a tragic illness, becomes the target of a vengeful ancestral spirit. As reality and supernatural torment intertwine, the desperate father turns to unusual allies to protect his child from a dark family history.
The story explores fear, despair, and the bonds of family, examining the complex connections between the past and present, innocence and corruption, and love and loss. It’s a look at how far a parent will go to ensure their child's future, and the sacrifices they might make.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1 - 25
The Satanic Rites of DraculaMovie · 1973 · 88m · HorrorA series of disturbing Satanic rituals involving powerful people in a secluded country house draws the attention of law enforcement and British security. Seeking answers, they enlist the help of Professor Van Helsing.
The property's wealthy owner becomes central to the mystery. He is secretly Dracula, tired of his immortality and planning to end it by unleashing a deadly plague. His goal is to eliminate everyone, ensuring his own death.
Professor Van Helsing must race against time to prevent Dracula's plan and stop the sinister rituals. This suspenseful story blends political intrigue with supernatural horror, exploring the desperate measures one will take to escape eternal darkness.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 26
DagonMovie · 2001 · 95m · Fantasy, Horror, ThrillerAfter a boating accident off Spain, Paul and his girlfriend Barbara arrive in the isolated fishing village of Imboca. As darkness falls, residents begin vanishing, and strange creatures emerge. Suddenly hunted by the entire town, Paul flees and discovers Imboca's dark secret: the villagers worship Dagon, a monstrous sea god, and his monstrous children are now hunting them.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 27
Virgin WitchMovie · 1972 · 89m · HorrorChristine, an aspiring model, gets a break when she joins Sybil Waite's prestigious modeling agency. She and her sister Betty are soon invited to a photoshoot at a grand castle, unaware that Sybil has a hidden agenda. She's recruiting young, untouched women for an underground coven led by the castle's owner, Gerald. Surprisingly, Christine eagerly accepts. But within this secret society, she secretly fights for power as she explores this new world and its enigmatic rituals. This story examines ambition, finding oneself, and the pull of the mysterious.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.4 - 28
The Dunwich HorrorMovie · 1970 · 88m · HorrorOccult expert Dr. Henry Armitage searches for missing student Nancy Wagner after she disappears from the isolated Whateley manor in Dunwich. There, he encounters resistance from Wilbur Whateley, who has dangerous plans for her. Armitage investigates the manor's history and discovers a terrifying truth hidden within its secrets – a powerful evil long concealed in Dunwich. As he navigates this supernatural mystery, Armitage races to save Nancy and confront a threat that challenges his understanding of the occult.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3 - 29
Kill ListMovie · 2011 · 95m · Horror, Thriller, CrimeA hitman, still recovering from a failed previous job, accepts a new contract: three kills for a substantial reward. The assignment begins simply enough, but quickly spirals out of control, drawing the killer into a dangerous and disturbing world.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 30
Black SundayMovie · 1960 · 86m · HorrorThis dark, gothic story follows Asa Vajda, a vengeful witch who returns from the dead to take over the body of her descendant, Katia. Accompanied by her devoted servant, Igor Jauvitch, she begins a terrifying journey, leaving destruction behind her.
As Asa's sinister plan progresses, Katia's fate and the safety of those around her depend on a handsome young doctor who must fight to save her from the witch’s evil influence. With time running out, Katia’s family joins the doctor in confronting the supernatural forces threatening her.
The film is a chilling look at obsession, revenge, and the lengths people will go to protect loved ones from a curse. Haunting music and visuals draw you into this gothic world, prompting questions about life after death and the evil within.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4 - 31
Angel HeartMovie · 1987 · 113m · Horror, MysteryA jaded private investigator from Brooklyn takes on a difficult case: finding a missing singer. His search leads him through the tough streets of Harlem, where he meets people facing hardship. The investigation then takes him to the jazz clubs of New Orleans, each with its own distinct vibe. He follows clues into the Louisiana swamps, navigating dangerous landscapes and the world of voodoo. Throughout the journey, the detective battles his own inner struggles while trying to solve the singer's disappearance in a suspenseful and emotionally intense story.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
