If you loved the apocalyptic thriller 'Legion' (2010), with its gripping blend of supernatural horror and intense action, you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 movies and shows that share similar themes of divine intervention, survival, and otherworldly battles. Whether you're drawn to the film's dark atmosphere or its high-stakes narrative, these recommendations will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: A classic horror film that delves into themes of demonic possession and the battle between good and evil, featuring intense supernatural elements and psychological horror.
Fact: The movie was based on a real-life exorcism case from


The Omen (1976)
Description: A chilling horror film centered around the Antichrist and apocalyptic themes, with a strong emphasis on religious terror and supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film's release date was deliberately chosen as 6/6/1976 to coincide with the number of the beast,


The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Description: A psychological thriller that explores themes of temptation, corruption, and the supernatural, with a narrative that blurs the lines between reality and the demonic.
Fact: The film's title is a play on the Latin phrase 'Advocatus Diaboli,' referring to the Devil's advocate in Catholic canonization processes. The final courtroom scene was shot in reverse to create a surreal effect.


The Ninth Gate (1999)
Description: A mystery thriller with occult themes, following a rare book dealer who becomes entangled in a supernatural conspiracy involving a demonic text.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the novel 'The Club Dumas' by Arturo Pérez-Reverte. Many of the ancient books featured in the movie are real and were sourced from private collections.


Stigmata (1999)
Description: A psychological horror film that deals with religious phenomena, possession, and the supernatural, focusing on a woman who exhibits the wounds of Christ.
Fact: The film's script was inspired by the real-life case of Padre Pio, an Italian priest who reportedly bore stigmata. It features a soundtrack by Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins.


End of Days (1999)
Description: An action-horror film that revolves around the end of the millennium and the rise of the Antichrist, blending apocalyptic themes with intense action sequences.
Fact: The film was released shortly before the turn of the millennium, capitalizing on Y2K fears. It features one of the most expensive stunt sequences ever filmed at the time.


Constantine (2005)
Description: A dark fantasy film that explores the supernatural, with a protagonist who battles demons and angels, blending horror with action and noir elements.
Fact: The character John Constantine was originally created by Alan Moore for DC Comics. The film's depiction of Hell was inspired by Renaissance paintings.


The Rite (2011)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on true events, focusing on exorcisms and the battle between faith and demonic forces, with a strong emphasis on religious rituals.
Fact: The film is inspired by the book 'The Rite: The Making of a Modern Exorcist' by Matt Baglio, which documents real-life exorcism training in the Vatican. The lead actor shadowed a real exorcist to prepare for the role.


The Last Exorcism (2010)
Description: A found-footage horror film that explores demonic possession and the limits of faith, with a documentary-style approach that heightens the realism of the supernatural events.
Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days on a modest budget. The ending was kept secret from the cast to ensure genuine reactions during filming.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring intense exorcism scenes and a focus on demonic entities haunting a family.
Fact: The film is part of a larger cinematic universe that includes multiple spin-offs. The real-life Warrens, who inspired the film, claimed their case files were too terrifying to be fully depicted on screen.
