10 Best Movies About Exorcism to Watch With Your Friends This Halloween

IMDb: 8.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 78%

Where to Watch: HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

This legendary horror film tells the horrifying story of a young girl named Regan, who becomes possessed by a powerful demon. Two priests are called to perform an exorcism, leading to one of cinema’s most intense spiritual battles. Known for its shocking scenes and emotional depth, The Exorcist remains a terrifying masterpiece that changed the horror genre forever.

IMDb: 7.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 99%

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, fuboTV, Philo, The Roku Channel, Rakuten Viki, Bloodstream, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Apple TV

In a quiet rural village, a mysterious illness spreads after a stranger arrives, leading to a string of strange and violent deaths. A local policeman tries to uncover the truth, only to find his own daughter showing signs of possession. The Wailing mixes Korean folklore, faith, and fear into a deeply unsettling story that builds slowly but ends explosively.

IMDb: 7.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 86%

Where to Watch: HBO Max, Plex, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Based on the real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, The Conjuring follows a family who moves into a farmhouse haunted by a dark presence. As supernatural events grow more violent, the Warrens must perform an exorcism before it’s too late. The film delivers a perfect mix of scares, emotion, and old-fashioned ghost story tension.

IMDb: 5.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 71%

Where to Watch: The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV

Told in a found-footage style, this movie follows Reverend Cotton Marcus, a preacher who fakes exorcisms to earn money. But when he meets a girl truly possessed, his world turns upside down. The Last Exorcism blends realism and horror, creating a tense atmosphere that makes viewers question what is real and what is not until the very end.

IMDb: 7.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

Where to Watch: HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Set in 1630s New England, The Witch follows a devout Puritan family exiled to live near a dark, mysterious forest. As strange events unfold and crops fail, the family turns against one another, suspecting witchcraft. With haunting visuals and a slow-building dread, the movie explores isolation, religious fear, and the darkness hidden within human nature.

IMDb: 6.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 46%

Where to Watch: Hulu, fuboTV, Philo, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Inspired by true events, this chilling film tells the story of Emily Rose, a young woman who dies after an exorcism ritual. The priest involved is put on trial, and the courtroom becomes a place where faith and science collide. The Exorcism of Emily Rose keeps viewers guessing whether Emily’s suffering was caused by mental illness or something truly supernatural.

IMDb: 6.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 22%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Starring Anthony Hopkins, *The Rite* follows a skeptical seminary student sent to Rome to train in the art of exorcism. He meets a veteran exorcist whose latest case tests both their beliefs. With eerie tension and thoughtful dialogue, the film explores how faith can falter and revive when faced with true evil, leaving viewers both scared and reflective.

IMDb: 7.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 58%

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, AMC+, Philo, Shudder

Set years after the original film, The Exorcist III follows a detective investigating a series of brutal murders linked to a dead serial killer, and something far more demonic. The film mixes mystery, suspense, and religion with spine-tingling horror. It’s best remembered for its unforgettable jump scares and haunting psychological tension.

IMDb: 6.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 80%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Filmed in a documentary style, The Medium centers on a shaman in Thailand who believes her niece is being possessed by an ancestral spirit. As rituals grow more desperate, the truth behind the possession becomes horrifyingly clear. This film stands out for its realistic performances, slow-building dread, and shocking finale that leaves a lasting impression.

IMDb: 7.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 46%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Keanu Reeves stars as John Constantine, a cynical demon hunter who travels between Earth and Hell to keep balance between good and evil. When a police detective seeks his help to uncover her sister’s mysterious death, they face demonic threats beyond imagination. Constantine blends horror, religion, and action with striking visuals and a brooding, gothic atmosphere.