The Unholy (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1988, The Unholy is a horror film directed by Camilo Vila, running about 102 minutes. “Seduction. Submission. Murder. Tonight... evil goes over the edge.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A priest battles a demon that kills sinners in the act of sinning.
Who’s in it. The Unholy stars Ben Cross as Father Michael, Ned Beatty as Lt. Stern, William Russ as Luke and Jill Carroll as Millie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Unholy has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $6.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Unholy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Unholy tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Unholy (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Unholy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Unholy worth watching?
- The Unholy holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Unholy?
- The Unholy stars Ben Cross, Ned Beatty, William Russ, Jill Carroll and Hal Holbrook.
- When was The Unholy released?
- The Unholy was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.