The Unholy (1988) Horror

Rated R | Threatrical Apr 22, 1988 (US) | Genres Horror | Runtime 1h 42m
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The Unholy Plot Synopsis:

In New Orleans, a series of horrific murders of priests are occurring around the city's Catholic churches. The diocese calls in Father Michael (Cross) to fight the powerful demon, known as Daesidarius, or The Unholy. The Father's faith is tested almost to the breaking point as the demon - disguised as a stunningly beautiful lady - attempts to seduce Father Michael into breaking his vows. Father Michael soon learns how the Unholy works - by murdering the sinner in the act of sinning, then sending that person's soul to Hell. Will this one priest's inner strength be enough to stop this monster - or will he join the ranks of the other ill-fated priests?


Synopsis / Plot Summary: A priest battles a demon that kills sinners in the act of sinning.

Tagline: Seduction. Submission. Murder. Tonight . . . evil goes over the edge.

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The Unholy Movie Information:

Type: Movie
Year: 1988 (more 1988 movies)
MPAA Rating: R
Runtime: 102 minutes /
Genres:  Horror
Directors: Camilo Vila
Stars: Ruben Rabasa, Nicole Fortier, Peter Frechette, Phil Becker, Ned Beatty … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date Apr 22, 1988
Box Office: $6,337,299
Production Co.: Vestron Video
Language: English
Country: United Kingdom, United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / The Unholy Release Dates In Theaters: Apr 22, 1988, Blu-ray CE: Jun 27, 2017, Blu-ray: Jun 27, 2017, DVD: Jun 01, 2007
Writers: Philip Yordan, Fernando Fonseca
Producers: Oscar L. Costo, Michael Economou, Mathew Hayden, Dan Ireland, William J. Quigley, Wanda S. Rayle, Duke Siotkas, Frank D. Tolin
Musicians: Roger Bellon
Cinematographers: Henry Vargas
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