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Hell hath no fury like Jezebel with a second chance and Lucifer on speed dial.

THE JOYS OF JEZEBEL

She came to deliver a virgin's soul—but stayed for the sins of the flesh.

1970 · 1h 15m · NR · Comedy / Fantasy / Horror · IMDB TMDB

Satan lets Jezebel return to earth to deliver the soul of a blonde virgin named Rachel by taking over her body. However, Jezebel gets more than she bargained for.

Quick Answer

What is The Joys of Jezebel about?

The Joys of Jezebel is a 1970 American comedy, fantasy, and horror film directed by Peter Perry Jr. about a vengeful woman who strikes a bargain with Lucifer to return to earth and seek revenge by delivering a virgin soul.

Programmer's Pick

When the Queen of Vengeance cuts a deal with the Devil, expect more than just hellfire—expect a wild ride through biblical bedlam, sexploitation excess, and a spirit-swapping plot that only the 1970 grindhouse could conjure. Peter Perry Jr. serves up Old Testament revenge with a side of camp and a whole lot of skin.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Jezebel, a stunning and politically savvy woman, finds herself betrayed and sent to the underworld by Joshua. Not one to take defeat lying down, she brokers a deal with Lucifer himself: in exchange for returning to the land of the living to exact her revenge, she'll deliver him the soul of the innocent Rachel. Meanwhile, Joshua's lover, Ruth, is caught up in her own machinations—arranging a marriage between her reluctant virgin sister Rachel and the stoic soldier Jeremiah, hoping to cement a strategic alliance. But Jezebel’s plan involves more than mortal meddling, as she sets the stage for a supernatural body swap that promises chaos, temptation, and a collision of Old Testament passions.

Details & Specs

Director
Peter Perry Jr.
Writer
Maurice Smith
Release
1970
Runtime
1h 15m
Country
United States of America
Language
English

Why Cult

Lucifer-Brokered Revenge

Jezebel’s pact with Lucifer sets the supernatural stakes high, blending biblical themes with devilish fun.

Old Testament Sexploitation

The film mashes up biblical figures, lust, and sin with a 1970s sexploitation flair.

Spirit Swap Seduction

Jezebel’s plan to exchange spirits with Rachel adds a kinky supernatural twist to the revenge plot.

Campy Excess

Expect nudity, scandal, and over-the-top punishments—this cult oddity leans into every grindhouse taboo.

Scene Gallery

Threat File

Trigger

Jezebel's betrayal and murder by Joshua

Threat

Jezebel's pact with Lucifer

Effect

Supernatural vengeance and body possession

Countermeasure

Lucifer's intervention when Jezebel fails her bargain

Setting

Ancient biblical world and the underworld

Questions from the Vault

Who directed The Joys of Jezebel? +

The Joys of Jezebel was directed by Peter Perry Jr.

How long is The Joys of Jezebel? +

The Joys of Jezebel has a runtime of 75 minutes.

What genre is The Joys of Jezebel? +

The Joys of Jezebel is a comedy, fantasy, and horror film.

Where can I watch The Joys of Jezebel? +

You can watch The Joys of Jezebel on SassyFlix.

How does Jezebel return to earth after her betrayal? +

Jezebel returns to earth by making a bargain with Lucifer, promising to deliver him the virgin Rachel in exchange for her chance at revenge.

Trailers & Clips

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