The Exorcism of Molly Hartley
Accused of murder and confined to a mental institution, Molly Hartley falls under the possession of a powerful demonic force. As she undergoes a monstrous transformation, a defrocked priest is her only hope of salvation.
Why it matters
A grim possession tale that leans hard into institutional dread and demonic transformation, The Exorcism of Molly Hartley channels classic Catholic horror through a modern filter.
- Plays like a throwback to ’70s-’80s exorcism flicks, with a focus on psychological torment over jump scares.
- The mental institution setting adds a claustrophobic, real-world layer to the supernatural chaos.
- Lead’s physical transformation leans on practical effects—gritty and grotesque, not CGI gloss.
- Best for fans who want exorcism horror minus the A24 art-house gloss but with more atmosphere than your average straight-to-streaming possession story.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
29
Supernatural
80
Creature
18
Disturbing
50
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
0
Survival
66
