Abby (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1974, Abby is a horror film directed by William Girdler, running about 89 minutes. “Abby doesn't need a man anymore... the Devil is her lover now!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a minister's wife becomes posessed by Eshu, the Nigerian god of sexuality, an exorcist is called in to drive the evil spirit away.
Who’s in it. Abby stars William Marshall as Bishop Garnet Williams, Terry Carter as Rev. Emmett Williams, Austin Stoker as Det. Cass Potter and Carol Speed as Abby Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Abby has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Abby page.
If you liked it. Fans of Abby tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Abby (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Abby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Abby worth watching?
- Abby holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Abby?
- Abby stars William Marshall, Terry Carter, Austin Stoker, Carol Speed and Juanita Moore.
- When was Abby released?
- Abby was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.