🏷 Discover The Best Devil Movies & TV Shows To Watch Today

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Dive into the shadowy realm of cinema and television with our curated selection of the finest movies and TV shows featuring devilish themes. From psychological horror to supernatural thrillers, these productions explore dark temptations, moral dilemmas, and otherworldly encounters. Whether you're a horror aficionado or a seeker of thought-provoking storytelling, our guide highlights the most compelling and terrifying portrayals of the devil on screen. Discover timeless classics and hidden gems that will leave you questioning reality—and perhaps reconsidering your next binge.

Cast

Ignacio Lu00f3pez Tarso

Pina Pellicer

Enrique Lucero

Mario Alberto Rodru00edguez

Macario (1960)

8.7 215 votes

Genre: Drama, Fantasy

Country: Mexico

Duration: 91 min.

Story: Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death. Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition.

Plot: based on novel or book, inquisition, hunger, hunger strike, torture, devil, death, starvation, ...

Place: mexico

Cast

Kikunosuke Toya

Tomori Kusunoki

Shogo Sakata

Fairouz Ai

Chainsaw Man (2022) TV Show

8.5 2.2K votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Comedy

Country: Japan

Seasons: 1

Episodes: 12

Audience: TV-MA

Story: Denji has a simple dream—to live a happy and peaceful life, spending time with a girl he likes. This is a far cry from reality, however, as Denji is forced by the yakuza into killing devils in order to pay off his crushing debts. Using his pet devil Pochita as a weapon, he is ready to do anything for a bit of cash.

Style: melancholy, philosophical, absurd, tense

Plot: secret organization, supernatural, gore, chainsaw, based on manga, cruelty, devil, demon, ...

Lucifer (2016) TV Show

8.4 15.5K votes

Genre: Crime, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 6

Episodes: 93

Audience: TV-14

Story: Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar abandoned his throne and retired to Los Angeles, where he has teamed up with LAPD detective Chloe Decker to take down criminals. But the longer he's away from the underworld, the greater the threat that the worst of humanity could escape.

Plot: based on comic, devil, lapd

Place: los angeles, california

The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace (2021) TV Show

8.1 63 votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Comedy

Country: Japan

Seasons: 1

Episodes: 11

Audience: TV-MA

Story: It has been 800 years since the incredibly fast and powerful gods of battle known as the Idaten had sealed away the demons after an intense battle. Now, that battle is just considered a myth or a fairytale. While the current generation of Idaten who have never even had to fight are enjoying their peaceful lives, someone awakened the demons once again! Armed forces, ingenuity, politics, and intrigue. If you've got it, use everything you can! This three-way battle royale with no rules and no limits is about to begin!!

Plot: supernatural, god, based on manga, devil, demon, fantasy world, ecchi, anime, ...

Cast

Eva Green

Josh Hartnett

Timothy Dalton

Harry Treadaway

Penny Dreadful (2014) TV Show

7.8 1.5K votes

Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery

Country: United States of America, United Kingdom

Seasons: 3

Episodes: 27

Audience: TV-MA

Story: Some of literature's most terrifying characters, including Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and iconic figures from the novel Dracula are lurking in the darkest corners of Victorian London. Penny Dreadful is a frightening psychological thriller that weaves together these classic horror origin stories into a new adult drama.

Plot: london, england, witch, monster, underground, vampire, incantation, black magic, ...

Time: 19th century

Cast

Benjamin Christensen

Ella La Cour

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Emmy Schu00f8nfeld

Kate Fabian

Häxan (1922)

7.6 438 votes

Genre: Documentary, History, Horror

Country: Sweden

Duration: 105 min.

Story: Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: Benjamin Christensen's legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious-- instead it's a witches' brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.

Plot: witch, superstition, insanity, mystic, sorcery, hysteria, satan, black and white, ...

One Day with the Devil (1945)

7.5 68 votes

Genre: Comedy

Country: Mexico

Duration: 100 min.

Story: Cantinflas, on a drunken night, becomes Army soldier. Soon, he meets the Devil who tries to make it an evil being.

Plot: army, afterlife, devil, newspaper boy

Cast

Gregory Peck

Lee Remick

David Warner

Billie Whitelaw

The Omen (1976)

7.4 2.4K votes

Genre: Horror, Thriller

Country: United States of America, United Kingdom

Duration: 111 min.

Audience: R

Story: Immediately after their miscarriage, the US diplomat Robert Thorn adopts the newborn Damien without the knowledge of his wife. Yet what he doesn’t know is that their new son is the son of the devil.

Plot: ambassador, prophecy, monk, photography, nanny, paranormal phenomena, rottweiler, devil's son, ...

Cast

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Shaneel Gautham

JP Tuminad

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Sandhya Arakere

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Prakash K Thuminadu

Su from So (2025)

7.4 20 votes

Genre: Comedy, Horror

Country: India

Duration: 135 min.

Audience: 15

Story: In a peaceful village full of joy, laughter, and vibrant life, everything seems perfect—until one day, the devil arrives. What follows is a hilarious chain of events that flips the entire village upside down!

Plot: devil, ghost, supernatural horror, comedy horror

Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) TV Show

7.3 226 votes

Genre: Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction

Country: Canada, United States of America

Seasons: 3

Episodes: 72

Audience: TV-MA

Story: Micki and Ryan with the help of their friend Jack try to recover cursed antiques so they can store them in safety inside the antique store's vault.

Plot: magic, curse, devil, magical object, antiques shop, horror

Cast

Luna Maya

Darius Sinathrya

Makayla Rose Hilli

Ivonne Dahler

Sumala (2024)

7.3 29 votes

Genre: Horror, Thriller

Country: Indonesia

Duration: 113 min.

Audience: 15

Story: An evil spirit seeking vengeance returns to plague the town that wronged her sister. Based on a chilling urban legend.

Style: haunting

Plot: based on novel or book, devil, ghost, kids, terror, twin, based on twitter thread

Cast

Janet Montgomery

Shane West

Seth Gabel

Tamzin Merchant

Salem (2014) TV Show

7.3 390 votes

Genre: Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 3

Episodes: 36

Audience: TV-MA

Story: Set in the volatile world of 17th century Massachusetts, 'Salem' explores what really fueled the town's infamous witch trials and dares to uncover the dark, supernatural truth hiding behind the veil of this infamous period in American history. In Salem, witches are real, but they are not who or what they seem.

Plot: witch, devil, gothic horror, salem, massachusetts, witch hunt, evil witch, witch trial, ...

Time: 17th century

Place: new england

Cast

Aleksandr Galibin

Anna Kovalchuk

Oleg Basilashvili

Aleksandr Abdulov

The Master and Margarita (2005) TV Show

7.2 94 votes

Genre: Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction

Country: Russia

Seasons: 1

Episodes: 10

Story: The Master and Margarita is a Russian television production of Telekanal Rossiya, based on the novel The Master and Margarita, written by Soviet writer Mikhail Bulgakov between 1928 and 1940. Vladimir Bortko directed this adaptation and was also its screenwriter.

Plot: based on novel or book, black magic, miniseries, writer, devil, moscow, russia

Cast

Mickey Rourke

Robert De Niro

Lisa Bonet

Charlotte Rampling

Angel Heart (1987)

7.1 1.8K votes

Genre: Horror, Mystery

Country: United Kingdom, United States of America

Duration: 113 min.

Audience: R

Story: A down-and-out Brooklyn detective is hired to track down a singer on an odyssey that will take him through the desperate streets of Harlem, the smoke-filled jazz clubs of New Orleans, and the swamps of Louisiana and its seedy underworld of voodoo.

Plot: new york city, amnesia, heart, southern usa, voodoo, detective, drug addiction, new orleans, ...

Cast

David Dastmalchian

Laura Gordon

Ian Bliss

Fayssal Bazzi

Late Night with the Devil (2024)

7.1 2.2K votes

Genre: Horror

Country: Australia, United Arab Emirates

Duration: 93 min.

Audience: R

Story: A live broadcast of a late-night talk show in 1977 goes horribly wrong, unleashing evil into the nation's living rooms.

Style: provocative

Plot: new york city, talk show, supernatural, halloween, possession, hallucination, hypnosis, gore, ...

Time: 1970s

Prison (1949)

7.1 54 votes

Genre: Drama

Country: Sweden

Duration: 75 min.

Story: A filmmaker sets out to create the greatest film in history, but finds out that human abilities have limits.

Plot: suicide, film in film, religion, prostitution, devil, abusive boyfriend

Reaper (2007) TV Show

7.0 216 votes

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 2

Episodes: 31

Audience: TV-14

Story: 21 year-old slacker Sam Oliver learns that his parents sold his soul to the devil before he was born, and now Sam has to repay the debt by becoming the Devil's bounty hunter, retrieving souls that have somehow escaped from Hell.

Plot: seattle, washington, supernatural, satan, grim reaper, devil, young adult

Cast

Russell Crowe

Daniel Zovatto

Alex Essoe

Peter DeSouza-Feighoney

The Pope's Exorcist (2023)

6.9 3.2K votes

Genre: Horror, Thriller

Country: United States of America

Duration: 103 min.

Audience: R

Story: Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican, investigates a young boy's terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden.

Plot: rome, italy, pig, vatican (holy see), pope, exorcism, possession, conspiracy, ...

Time: 1980s

Place: spain

Cast

Denzel Washington

John Goodman

Donald Sutherland

Embeth Davidtz

Fallen (1998)

6.8 1.6K votes

Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Country: United States of America

Duration: 124 min.

Audience: R

Story: Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.

Plot: police, angel, psychopath, riddle, detective, supernatural, bible, murder, ...

Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006)

6.8 1.8K votes

Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Music

Country: United States of America, Germany

Duration: 93 min.

Audience: R

Story: In Venice Beach, naive Midwesterner JB bonds with local slacker KG and they form the rock band Tenacious D. Setting out to become the world's greatest band is no easy feat, so they set out to steal what could be the answer to their prayers... a magical guitar pick housed in a rock-and-roll museum some 300 miles away.

Plot: rock 'n' roll, guitar, rock star, music competition, satan, devil, rock musical, stoner comedy

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The Devil in Cinema: Classic Movies That Define Evil

The devil has long been a compelling character in film, embodying temptation, corruption, and the ultimate battle between good and evil. These movies not only entertain but also provoke deep philosophical questions about morality and free will.

Iconic Devil Films You Can't Miss

The Exorcist (1973) – A cinematic masterpiece that redefined horror, featuring one of the most terrifying demonic possessions ever put to film. William Friedkin’s direction and Linda Blair’s performance create an unforgettable experience.
Rosemary’s Baby (1968) – Roman Polanski’s psychological horror classic explores Satanic cults and paranoia in 1960s New York. Mia Farrow’s portrayal of a pregnant woman fearing for her unborn child remains chilling.
The Omen (1976) – Gregory Peck stars as a diplomat unaware that his adopted son is the Antichrist. This film’s dark themes and eerie score make it a staple in demonic cinema.

Modern Devilish TV Shows and Films to Watch in 2024

The devil isn’t just a relic of classic cinema—modern storytelling continues to reimagine this malevolent figure in fresh, terrifying ways. These recent productions blend horror, drama, and supernatural elements to deliver unforgettable narratives.

Must-Watch TV Shows Featuring the Devil

Good Omens (Amazon Prime) – Based on Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s novel, this series follows an angel and a demon working together to prevent the apocalypse. Witty dialogue and stellar performances by Michael Sheen and David Tennant make it a standout.
Lucifer (Netflix) – The devil leaves Hell for Los Angeles in this supernatural drama-meets-crime procedural. Tom Ellis’s charismatic portrayal of the titular character adds a unique twist to traditional devil lore.
The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (Netflix) – A darker, horror-driven take on Sabrina Spellman’s journey, where the devil and witchcraft play central roles. Kiernan Shipka’s performance anchors this visually stunning series.

Hidden Gems and Underrated Devil Movies

For those looking to explore beyond the mainstream, these lesser-known films offer unique and unsettling takes on the devil’s influence.

The Witch (2015) – A slow-burn historical horror film where a Puritan family’s paranoia and religious fervor lead to a chilling confrontation with dark forces. Its atmospheric tension and historical accuracy set it apart.
Trick 'r Treat (2007)
As Above, So Below (2014) – Found-footage horror meets demonic possession in this claustrophobic thriller set in the catacombs of Paris. The film’s unique blend of history and horror creates a genuinely terrifying experience.

Whether you’re drawn to the psychological depth of classic films or the modern twists of today’s TV shows, the devil remains one of the most fascinating and versatile characters in entertainment. Start your journey into the dark side of cinema and streaming today—if you dare.