Evil Spirits (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1990, Evil Spirits is a comedy and horror film directed by Gary Graver, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A dark comedy thriller that manages to skillfully blend humor and mystery into one incredible film from its thrilling beginning to the shocking climax! The superb all-star cast is a unique collection of characters who find themselves with one very special thing in common -- they are all boarders of Mrs. Ella Purdy (Karen Black) and totally dependent upon her gracious nature. The suspense mounts as, one-by-one, they fall sacrifice to ominous secrets enshrined within the walls of her foreboding house! Murder and mayhem prevail throughout the tense but often humorous situations as each victim draws nearer to his or her fate.
Who’s in it. Evil Spirits stars Karen Black as Ella Purdy, Arte Johnson as Lester Potts, Virginia Mayo as Janet Wilson and Michael Berryman as Mr. Balzac, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Evil Spirits has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Evil Spirits page.
If you liked it. Fans of Evil Spirits tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Evil Spirits (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Evil Spirits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Evil Spirits worth watching?
- Evil Spirits holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Evil Spirits?
- Evil Spirits stars Karen Black, Arte Johnson, Virginia Mayo, Michael Berryman and Martine Beswick.
- When was Evil Spirits released?
- Evil Spirits was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.