Drama Cult Classic

Devilish possession takes center stage at a German girls’ school in this 1974 psychotronic shocker.

MAGDALENA, POSSESSED BY THE DEVIL

...was she possessed by the Devil or by sex?

1974 · 1h 20m · R · Drama / Horror / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

Poor Magdalena is a sexy orphan who lives at an all girls boarding school. She soon becomes possessed by The Devil and breaks down in violent sexual fits. From here on out she's hell bent on annihilation. Can science save Magdalena? Can God save Magdalena? And if not, what fate awaits us all?

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Vault Note

When exorcism meets Euro-sleaze, the devil really gets his due.

Programmer's Pick

If you like your exorcism films with a giallo edge and plenty of Euro-sleaze, Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil is the head-spinning detour you didn’t know you needed. Between the occult goings-on and a parade of 1970s exploitation signifiers, this is one possession movie that’s more than happy to let it all hang out.

— SassyFlix Programmer

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Quick Answer

What is Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil about?

Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil is a 1974 German drama, horror, and thriller film directed by Walter Boos about an orphan named Magdalena who, while living at a girls’ boarding school, becomes possessed by a demonic spirit, leading to a battle between science, religion, and the supernatural.

Synopsis

The orphaned, pure, and innocent, Magdalena Winter, has been living at a girls’ boarding school since her parents died in a horrible car accident, secluded from temptation. However, things will soon take a terrifying turn for the unexpected, when poor Magdalena suffers a violent seizure, and turns into the mean, obscene, and sexually obsessed host of an unclean demonic spirit. Now, everyone is in harm’s way, and when science and modern medicine fail, religion takes over. But, can a priest save the Devil’s female?

Details & Specs

Director: Walter Boos
Writer: August Rieger
Release: 1974
Runtime: 1h 20m
Country: Germany
Language: German
Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller
Also Known As: The Devil's Female, A donde vas Magdalena?, Magdalena, la poseída por el demonio, Original title: Magdalena, vom Teufel besessen

Vault Note

When exorcism meets Euro-sleaze, the devil really gets his due.

Programmer's Pick

— SassyFlix Programmer

Editor’s Choice

Northville Cemetery Massacre

1976 · 7.0

Whirlpool

1970 · 7.0

Why Cult

Demonic Possession, Euro-Style

Watch an innocent orphan transform into the obscene, sexually charged host for a demonic spirit in a German girls' school.

Giallo & Psychotronic Flavors

Combining German giallo elements with psychotronic excess, this film delivers a unique blend of horror and exploitation.

Outrageous '70s Exploitation

Expect female nudity, sexual taboos, and over-the-top occult antics—this film flaunts its R-rating with gusto.

Science vs. Religion Showdown

When modern medicine fails to help Magdalena, it's up to a priest to tackle the Devil head-on.

Themes & Keywords

Female Nudity Female Rear Nudity Psychotronic Film Female Topless Nudity Female Full Frontal Nudity Death Rape Female Pubic Hair Supernatural Power 1970s Woman Occult Female Masturbation Possession Snake Demon

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Questions from the Vault

What is Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil about? +

Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil is about an orphaned girl named Magdalena who, while living at a girls’ boarding school, becomes possessed by a demonic spirit, leading to a violent clash between science, religion, and the supernatural.

When was Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil released? +

Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil was released in 1974.

Who directed Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil? +

Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil was directed by Walter Boos.

How long is Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil? +

The runtime of Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil is 80 minutes.

What genre is Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil? +

Magdalena, Possessed by the Devil is a drama, horror, and thriller film.