Maleficia (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1998, Maleficia is a horror film directed by Antoine Pellissier, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. A family of 19th century nobles, traveling through the woods, comes across a satanic sect that is performing a ritual. Initially attracted by the strange phenomenon, all the members of the family begin to observe the development of the black mass. But they will soon bitterly regret their curiosity because the hooded priests begin to brutally sacrifice girls and through the ritual resurrect a myriad of hungry zombies. The family runs away to avoid being devoured and takes refuge in an old, apparently abandoned manor.
Who’s in it. Maleficia stars Guy Cicorelli, Nelly Astaud, Brigitte Garrigue and Claude Gatumel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Maleficia has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maleficia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maleficia tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maleficia (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maleficia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maleficia worth watching?
- Maleficia holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maleficia?
- Maleficia stars Guy Cicorelli, Nelly Astaud, Brigitte Garrigue, Claude Gatumel and Maryline Sojo.
- When was Maleficia released?
- Maleficia was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.