164 Nunsploitation Films Collection
162 titles
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Dark WatersMovie · 1993 · 94m · Horror, MysteryA young Englishwoman journeys to a remote island in the Black Sea, drawn by a strange pull to a secluded convent. What she finds there is deeply disturbing. The convent, built upon a network of ancient horrors, threatens her sanity. As she investigates, she uncovers a terrifying truth about her past and the dark secrets hidden within the convent's decaying walls. This suspenseful story explores the power of connection, unsettling mysteries, and the fear of the unknown.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 102
Beyond the WallsMovie · 1985 · 118mSet in 16th century Spain under the strict Inquisition, this 1985 film explores the hardships faced by people at the time. Carmen Maura stars as a nun who participates in a risky deception – faking stigmata – to avoid being separated from her lover, another nun. The film is a serious and passionate portrayal of women challenging oppression, a theme also found in other films about gay and lesbian experiences. Unlike other works with similar settings, this film is realistic and openly addresses the characters' sexuality, presenting it honestly and authentically.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.7 - 103
Addio, mamma!Movie · 1967 · 92mA nightclub singer begins a romantic relationship with a construction engineer. - 104
Run with FearMovie · 2005 · 96mIn medieval times, a convent offers sanctuary to women fleeing Turkish slave raiders. However, the seemingly benevolent mother superior harbors a dark secret. She secretly collaborates with the raiders, and the convent is not a haven, but a clandestine marketplace where the women are traded, fueled by the mother superior's own dangerous desires.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.2 - 105
I, the Worst of AllMovie · 1990 · 105mIn 17th-century Mexico, a young nun challenges societal norms by achieving prominence as a respected scholar and writer while the Spanish Inquisition holds power.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.7 - 106
The Nun IIMovie · 2023 · 110m · HorrorFrance, 1956. When a priest is brutally killed, Sister Irene starts an investigation. She finds herself confronting a formidable evil once more.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.7 - 107
The Crucified Girls of San RamonMovie · 1972 · 75mInside a highly secure prison, seven strikingly beautiful women plot a daring escape.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.1 - 108
The Daring NunMovie · 1968 · 83mSister Shunko, a unique nun at Senjuan, believes religious women should engage with the modern world. She befriends a young girl named Ikuko and protects her from a gangster named Goro. Shunko rejects several admirers, leading one to report her to the Mother Superior. The Mother Superior, though open-minded, takes no action. Later, Goro’s boss visits Shunko, demanding Ikuko's return and threatening to blackmail her if she refuses. - 109
Nuns on the RunMovie · 1990 · 89m · Comedy, CrimeWhen Brian and Charlie try to leave their dangerous boss's criminal organization, they're forced into a risky heist: robbing the local Triads of their drug money. They plan to steal the fortune for themselves, but their escape goes wrong, leaving them exposed. Seeking refuge in a quiet nun's teacher training school, the two criminals must navigate this unexpected environment while evading their former employers. As tensions build and danger increases, Brian and Charlie confront questions of loyalty, right and wrong, and the impact of their decisions.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 110
BenedettaMovie · 2021 · 131m · History, Drama, RomanceIn 17th-century Italy, a nun finds herself drawn into a secret love affair with a fellow novice. However, her intensely personal religious visions begin to challenge the very foundations of the Church.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 111
The Halfway HouseMovie · 2004 · 90mSeveral young girls have gone missing in the area surrounding the Mary Magdalen Halfway House for Troubled Girls.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.0 - 112
The Second Is a ChristianMovie · 1985 · 101mKyoko, a beautiful Christian nun, finds herself pursued by two very different men: Haruhiko, a cheerful yakuza gangster set to lead the unconventional "Tenryu Gumi," and Detective Kumashiro, a somewhat clumsy police officer. The Tenryu Gumi is a group of misfits who maintain a relatively peaceful existence thanks to their Christian faith. Their main rivals are the "Kuroiwa Gumi," a more traditional and brutal organization led by the ruthless godfather Kuroiwa.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.0 - 113
HabitMovie · 2021 · 81m · Crime, Thriller, ComedyA young woman accustomed to a life of partying becomes entangled in a dangerous drug operation. Seeking an escape, she devises a plan to reinvent herself by impersonating a Catholic nun.IMDb 2.9TMDB 4.6 - 114
Bawdy TalesMovie · 1973 · 93mImprisoned and facing execution, two restless young men, Bernardino and Mammone, entertain themselves by telling increasingly outrageous stories. Their tales are filled with graphic details of castration, body parts, and illicit encounters, exploring themes of jealousy, murder, and intense desire. This provocative film presents a series of shocking narratives.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 115
The Nun and the DevilMovie · 1973 · 100mIn 1577, the Mother Superior of the Archangel convent is gravely ill. Mother Giulia, ambitious and shrewd, schemes to become the new Mother Superior. She faces strong opposition from Sister Chiara, a troubled woman with hidden desires, and Sister Carmela, who is openly passionate.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.0 - 116
NymphaMovie · 2007 · 91mSarah, a young American woman, journeys to Italy to become a cloistered nun with the New Order, hoping to prepare for a demanding spiritual life. However, as she seeks faith, Sarah is plagued by nightmares and visions of a troubled fellow nun. She soon uncovers a dark and disturbing history hidden within the New Order's past.IMDb 3.3TMDB 4.5 - 117
ViridianaMovie · 1962 · 90m · Drama"Viridiana" follows a young woman on the verge of becoming a nun who is unexpectedly asked to visit her estranged, elderly uncle, Don Jaime. He sees a striking resemblance between her and his late wife, a connection Viridiana secretly resents. Her aspirations for a spiritual life are disrupted as her uncle persistently tries to seduce her. The film explores the complicated relationships within families, the meaning of loyalty, and the conflict between personal beliefs and religious devotion.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 118
AgnesMovie · 2021 · 93m · Horror, DramaWhen strange events begin to occur at a secluded religious convent, a church investigation is launched into the unsettling happenings among the nuns. A troubled priest and a new priest find themselves facing temptation, violence, and a test of their beliefs.IMDb 3.8TMDB 4.2 - 119
The Deserted ArchipelagoMovie · 1969 · 56mAs a young man enters adolescence, he flees the convent where he endured a difficult childhood. The world he finds outside is unexpectedly overwhelming and frightening.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 120
The Nun of MonzaMovie · 1962 · 100mIn 1600s Monza, Virginia de Leyva, the daughter of a Spanish Lord, enters a convent and becomes a strict teacher. Her self-discipline is challenged when she develops a forbidden romance with the nobleman Gian Paolo Osio, putting both of them at risk.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.0 - 121
Ellos trajeron la violenciaMovie · 1990 · 90mFleeing the police, a group of teenage criminals seek refuge in a house occupied by a nun and her niece.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.5 - 122
Nuns That BiteMovie · 1977 · 69mFleeing an attacker, a woman finds temporary refuge in a convent. Becoming a postulant, she discovers a hidden world within the religious community. There, she witnesses unconventional behavior among the sisters – including lesbian relationships, petty conflicts, ritualistic snake handling, and disturbing acts of self-harm.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 123
AngeliqueMovie · 1964 · 117m · Adventure, Romance, History"Angélique: The Adventures of a Young Maid in 17th Century France" is a historical drama about a young French woman named Angélique who navigates the complex world of the French aristocracy during the reign of Louis XIV. Angélique marries her wealthy neighbor, Jeoffray de Peyrac, for practical reasons but unexpectedly falls in love with him.
When Jeoffray is arrested and then disappears, Angélique undertakes a difficult journey to find him. She faces political intrigue and societal obstacles as she searches for her husband within the court of Louis XIV.
Based on the popular novels by Anne and Serge Golon, this film tells the story of a determined heroine who challenges social norms and carves out her own destiny in a changing world. With stunning visuals, a compelling plot, and memorable characters, "Angélique" offers an immersive look at the era of Louis XIV.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 124
Fountaine and the Vengeful Nun Who Wouldn't DieMovie · 2021 · 85mMary, a determined nun, faces dangerous gangs, a dishonest Church, and even Nazis as she seeks justice for her sister's death and wants those responsible to be held accountable for the overdose.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 125
Behind Convent WallsMovie · 1978 · 95mA charismatic priest and the ambitious abbess of a convent conspire to impose harsh rules on the nuns. Meanwhile, a troubled nun poisons herself and several other novices, sparking a scandal that the church attempts to conceal.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.9 - 126
The ConventMovie · 2018 · 86m · History, HorrorIn 17th-century England, a young woman spared from the gallows is sent to a secluded priory to atone for her transgressions. There, she uncovers a more sinister darkness lurking beneath the surface of religious piety.IMDb 4.1TMDB 5.4 - 127
Love & SavageryMovie · 2009 · 95mIn 1969, a geologist from Newfoundland visits a small Irish village and sparks controversy by falling in love with a local woman who is expected to become a nun.IMDb 6.5TMDB 4.5 - 128
The ConventMovie · 2000 · 79m · Horror, Action, ComedySeveral college students trespass into a deserted convent and are subsequently afflicted by demonic possession.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.4 - 129
Cloistered Nun: Runa's ConfessionMovie · 1976 · 74mA strong bond between sisters is tested when a nun, Runa, returns home before embarking on a mission to Africa. She seeks to reconcile with her sister three years after the sister took Runa’s boyfriend. Runa intends to forgive and assist her sister in generating funds by selling convent property so she can marry. However, the former boyfriend now has other women in his life, and he and the sister pretend to be a couple to secure the property sale. The sister also manipulates wealthy men into giving her large gifts. Flashbacks reveal Runa’s experiences of sexual awakening while at the convent. But what are Runa's true motivations for pushing this deal forward?IMDb 5.0TMDB 3.7 - 130
The Bloodstained ShadowMovie · 1978 · 109m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerSeven years ago, a young girl was murdered, leaving her town terrified and the killer unknown. The case went cold. Now, disturbing new evidence suggests the sinister presence has returned, bringing fear back to the quiet community. This story explores human psychology and the fight for justice in a suspenseful look at crime, loss, and finding peace. The protagonist must confront the haunting past and a new investigation, leading to a journey where nothing is certain.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 131
Making Of A ProstituteMovie · 1971 · 86mDirected by Gustav Ehmck, this drama follows a teenager who leaves a baby on train tracks. An older woman intervenes, saving the child from the approaching train. She takes in the baby, Sophie, and raises her as her own, ensuring she grows up to be a well-behaved girl.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.7 - 132
The True Story of the Nun of MonzaMovie · 1980 · 79m · DramaSister Virginia de Leyva becomes Mother Superior at a quiet convent in Monza, appearing devout and devoted. But beneath the peaceful surface, the convent hides hidden vices. A priest and a charming womanizer plot to manipulate Sister Virginia. The story explores the growing tension as she tries to maintain her position and resist their advances. It examines hypocrisy, forbidden desires, and the fight for morality amidst temptation. The film unfolds with a sensual yet darkly humorous atmosphere, following Sister Virginia's struggle to uphold the convent's sanctity. Will she succeed, or succumb to the corruption around her?IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.3 - 133
HäxanMovie · 1922 · 105m · Documentary, Horror, HistoryBenjamin Christensen’s innovative film examines medieval witchcraft through a series of dramatic scenes. It compares the accusations against witches in the Middle Ages to the mental illnesses of his own time, exploring the psychological roots of these frightening events.
The darkly comedic film combines horror, disturbing visuals, and unsettling humor for a memorable experience. The story features grave robbing, brutal torture, and a group of possessed nuns holding a satanic ritual.
Blending frightening sequences with macabre wit, the film takes viewers to another time while prompting reflection on superstition, belief, and the human mind's susceptibility to mass hysteria.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6 - 134
Monsieur VincentMovie · 1947 · 111m · Drama, HistoryThis biographical film explores the life of Vincent de Paul, a 17th-century priest and author dedicated to helping others. It follows his efforts to create two influential religious orders, striving to improve the lives of the poor and vulnerable. The film details his tireless work and the difficulties he encountered in a challenging time. It's a moving story about compassion, perseverance, and faith, portraying a remarkable man who profoundly impacted the world.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 135
LuciferinaMovie · 2018 · 115m · Drama, HorrorFollowing upsetting news, Natalia, a young and inexperienced woman, goes home. There, her sister Ángela invites her to join her and some friends on a trip to a strange location.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.0 - 136
Muertes a medianocheMovie · 2001 · 90mA nun is possessed by the devil. Under the cover of night, she uses her beauty to seduce men, then murders them. The other nuns realize something is wrong and call a detective for help in ending the possession.IMDb 6.1TMDB 3.0 - 137
Damned If You Don'tMovie · 1987 · 42mThe film opens with scenes from a classic, dramatic movie about a secluded convent, exploring themes of restrained and released desires. This serves as a backdrop for a young lesbian who becomes drawn to a solitary nun, ultimately pursuing and seducing her. As their lives intertwine, voiceovers from a biography of a 16th-century lesbian nun and recollections of a woman's hidden relationships during her Catholic school years expand on the central ideas.IMDb 6.7TMDB 4.4 - 138
Bad HabitsMovie · 2009 · 87mSister Marie Fenche is experiencing a mental breakdown. Struggling to tell what's real and what isn't, her life unravels when she finds herself alone in a room with a dead body in the bathtub. She doesn't know if she's been framed or if she's responsible for the man's death. The truth remains elusive, even to her.IMDb 6.9 - 139
The TransgressorMovie · 1974 · 91m · Drama, Thriller, HorrorEighteen years after her mother's mysterious death, Maya journeys to the Sacred Heart Convent to uncover hidden secrets. After becoming a nun, she faces a disturbing series of trials that test her faith. The convent’s atmosphere is complicated by a problematic archbishop and an unusual Mother Superior, leading to a complex story of intrigue and scandal. Maya is ultimately forced to examine her own beliefs and discover the truth about her mother's past.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 140
Therese and IsabelleMovie · 1968 · 118mAt a Swiss boarding school, two teenage girls begin to explore their growing feelings for each other amidst a charged environment.IMDb 6.1TMDB 3.7 - 141
Alessia... A Volcano Under the SkinMovie · 1979 · 87mAlessia returns to the farm of her childhood after being educated in a convent. Her arrival triggers memories of the event that orphaned her. The resentment she feels towards her aunt, Agnes, begins to make sense: Agnes was responsible for the crime that took her family's land. Alessia then begins using her sexuality to manipulate the men in her life, plotting revenge against her aunt.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.5 - 142
Justine de SadeMovie · 1972 · 100mTherese, a young woman with striking beauty and innocence, is repeatedly exploited by predatory men. She suffers severe sexual abuse while clinging to the hope that someone will rescue her.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.2 - 143
Visions of EcstasyMovie · 1989 · 20mIn 16th-century Spain, Saint Teresa of Ávila, a Carmelite nun, experiences intense spiritual visions. She envisions intimate encounters with the crucified Christ and explores deeply personal, psychological landscapes within herself.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.2 - 144
Aiyoku Shûdôin: Jukujo, Chijo, SeijoMovie · 1995 · 60mTMDB 2.0 - 145
The TempterMovie · 1974 · 102mA young writer accepts an invitation to live in a secluded religious hostel. There, he finds himself trapped under the control of a manipulative and sinister nun who subjects the residents to dangerous psychological games.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.1 - 146
Story of a Cloistered NunMovie · 1973 · 97mCarmela, a young woman from a privileged family, rejects a planned marriage and is sent to live in a convent. Her arrival fuels a conflict between the convent's sensual sister Elizabeth and the strict Mother Superior, both of whom are captivated by Carmela's beauty.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.1 - 147
Wild NunsMovie · 1986 · 90mA secluded monastery houses a community of nuns who engage in cannabis use and cultivate a facade of lesbian relationships. The narrative unfolds with a deliberately unconventional and often illogical approach.IMDb 4.0 - 148
Love Letters of a NunMovie · 1978 · 110mIn 1640s Spain, Reverend Superior Nun Mariana attends the funeral of her younger sister, Isabel's husband, who has succumbed to despair. Isabel then kisses and caresses his exposed body as though he were still living. Mother Mariana...IMDb 5.7TMDB 1.0 - 149
Sex Life in a ConventMovie · 1972 · 92mOne hundred and twenty girls live in a Catholic boarding school, taught by nuns and secular teachers. Beneath the school's appearance of propriety, discipline, and order, hidden sexual tensions exist.IMDb 4.9TMDB 2.0 - 150
The Last House on the BeachMovie · 1978 · 86mSister Cristina cares for a group of teenage girls at a secluded beach house, where they are rehearsing Shakespeare's *A Midsummer Night's Dream*. The girls are attacked by three thugs who violently rape and terrorize them. Forced to abandon her vows, Sister Cristina chooses a path of vengeance.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 151
The Other HellMovie · 1981 · 88m · Horror, ThrillerA priest investigates strange events at a peaceful convent. As paranormal activity grows, buried secrets are revealed, and violence erupts. He must determine if the devil is behind the disturbances, or if Mother Superior is secretly manipulating her sisters. This suspenseful story explores truth and deception in a frightening struggle.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.8 - 152
The Castro's AbbessMovie · 1974 · 102mA young woman is compelled to enter a convent. Because of her noble birth, she eventually becomes an abbess. She then faces corruption within the church.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.8 - 153
The Lady of MonzaMovie · 1969 · 105mBased on real events from the Milan archdiocese archives, this film tells the story of Marianna De Leyva, known as the "Nun of Monza." In 17th-century Italy, she was a nun accused by the Church of violating her vows of celibacy and plotting a murder, and subsequently put on trial.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.6 - 154
Nun Story: Frustration in BlackMovie · 1980 · 67m · DramaA young woman, deeply devoted to her faith, joins a convent with idealistic hopes for a life of religious service. She soon discovers the sanctuary is marred by hidden sin and corruption. Forced to confront the darker aspects of human nature within the cloistered walls, she struggles with her faith and moral principles. The film explores whether she can maintain her vows in the face of this challenging environment, offering a complex look at religion, morality, and the potential for darkness within even the holiest places.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.3 - 155
Nude Nuns with Big GunsMovie · 2010 · 90m · Thriller, Action, ComedySister Sarah's life as a newly professed nun is shattered when she is abused, manipulated, and drugged by the church's corrupt leaders. Facing a fatal overdose, she receives a divine message urging her to seek revenge on those who harmed her. Empowered by her faith and armed, Sister Sarah begins delivering justice to her abusers. When the church hires the ruthless motorcycle gang "Los Muertos" to hunt her down, they quickly discover this sister is a formidable force.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.3 - 156
Malos hábitosMovie · 2007 · 103mSister Matilde, a nun who believes in the power of faith, undertakes a secret, extreme fast to stop what she sees as a modern-day flood. Meanwhile, Elena, preoccupied with appearances, desperately wants her daughter Linda to lose weight so she'll look beautiful for her first communion. At the same time, Elena’s husband Gustavo, an architecture professor, finds his wife's thinness physically bothersome and seeks solace in a relationship with a lively female student.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.1 - 157
Sacred FleshMovie · 2000 · 75mHaunted by visions of Mary Magdalene, the Mother Superior is tormented by the secret confessions of the young nuns at the convent. These visions fill her mind with disturbing images of their violent and sexual encounters.IMDb 3.2TMDB 3.1 - 158
Naughty NunMovie · 1972 · 82mSeeking to defy her father, a young woman becomes a nun. But her past catches up to her when her former boyfriend appears, attempting to rekindle their romance.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.9 - 159
Virgin TerritoryMovie · 2007 · 93m · Adventure, Action, ComedyDuring the Black Death in 14th-century Tuscany, ten young Florentines seek shelter from the plague. Instead of recounting tales, they indulge in passionate encounters, humorous banter, romance, sword fights, interactions with nuns, encounters with Saracen pirates, and even a cow.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.9 - 160
The Devil's DoorwayMovie · 2018 · 76m · Horror, DramaIn the fall of 1960, Vatican-sent priests Father Thomas Riley and Father John Thornton arrive at an Irish home for women with troubled pasts to investigate a reported miracle. Instead, they discover something far more disturbing.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.5 - 161
CagliostroMovie · 1975 · 103mAfter studying with the enigmatic Count Cagliostro, an Italian nobleman gains extraordinary powers. He journeys across Europe, using his abilities to help the afflicted. However, Cagliostro is also a key member of a secret pre-revolutionary society dedicated to liberating Europe's people. This threatens the established order, prompting the Pope and the French monarchy to order his demise. Imprisoned in a castle, Cagliostro's wife is murdered. But in 1795, when his cell door is opened, it contains only a sword.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.0 - 162
The Rape of a NunMovie · 1983 · 85mIrini, a young woman, is betrothed by her father to a remote convent where the abusive abbot preys on the nuns. With the assistance of her friend Dorothy, she attempts to flee to Athens, but instead becomes entangled in a world of luxury, lust, and exploitation.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.7