The Devil on Trial

The Devil on Trial is a British documentary that examines a brutal murder and the subsequent legal battle. The film focuses on a case where the defense claimed that demonic possession was responsible for the crime, marking the only time such an argument was officially used in a United States murder trial. To tell this story, the production uses firsthand accounts, dramatic reconstructions, and amateur video footage to explore the alleged possession of a young boy and the violence that followed.

Directed and written by Chris Holt, the film features a cast that includes Hannah Mae Beatty and Adam Hunt, alongside appearances by David Glanzer and Debbie Glatzel. Produced by Dorothy St Pictures, the 81-minute project blends elements of crime and drama to analyze the intersection of faith and law. The movie received a mixed reception from viewers, earning a 5.6 rating on IMDb based on 4,900 votes and a 5.9 rating on TMDB from 96 votes.