10 Best Movies About the Devil

When a young girl becomes possessed by a demon, her mother enlists the help of two priests to perform an exorcism. Director William Friedkin delivered a gruesome, intensely oppressive classic, with shocking scenes and a terrifying portrayal of the demon Pazuzu.

A young woman, Rosemary, becomes pregnant but begins to suspect her neighbors are involved in a satanic plot. Roman Polanski's film is subtle, oppressive and deeply psychological, showing how paranoia and satanic horror come together perfectly.

A diplomat secretly adopts a child who turns out to be the Antichrist, with disastrous consequences. The film is full of ominous atmosphere, iconic death scenes and a memorable portrayal of Damien, the devilish child.

An ambitious lawyer (Keanu Reeves) gets the chance to join an elite New York firm but slowly discovers that his boss (Al Pacino) is the Devil himself. Pacino steals the show with his charismatic, seductive and explosive portrayal of Lucifer in a film about power, moral corruption and greed.

A private detective (Mickey Rourke) is hired to track down a missing singer but gets drawn ever deeper into a devilish mystery. Robert De Niro plays the sinister Louis Cyphre in one of his creepiest and most calculated roles, in a film that masterfully combines mysticism, noir and horror.

A Puritan family in 17th-century New England is tormented by an evil presence, while their eldest daughter is accused of witchcraft. With oppressive cinematography and a frighteningly subtle build-up, it leads to a devilish ending you won't soon forget, including the unforgettable Black Phillip.

A group of scientists discovers a mysterious swirling liquid in an abandoned church that turns out to be the embodiment of Evil. John Carpenter creates an unsettling and original take on Satan, combining horror with scientific theories.

Exorcist John Constantine (Keanu Reeves) battles demons and the forces of Hell while unraveling a plot involving the son of Satan. Peter Stormare plays a brilliantly manipulative and menacing Lucifer who appears only briefly but leaves an unforgettable impression.

A college student takes a babysitting job in a remote house but soon discovers the owners have something demonic in store. The film is a loving tribute to the satanic panic horror films of the '70s and '80s, with a slow build and a chilling ending.

In this fantasy film, Tim Curry plays Darkness, a being who is essentially the embodiment of the Devil. With stunning practical makeup, a gothic atmosphere and a terrifying performance by Curry, Legend features one of the most iconic devil portrayals in film history.