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The Devil on Trial

5.920231h 21mRMovieDocumentaryDramaCrime

Explore the first – and only – time “demonic possession” has officially been used as a defense in a U.S. murder trial. Including firsthand accounts of alleged devil possession and a shocking murder, this extraordinary story forces reflection on our fear of the unknown.

DirectorChris Holt
WriterChris Holt
ProducersJulia Nottingham·Sam Starbuck

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chris Holt

CACarlo Adamo
Carlo Adamo
Father Dennis
HBHannah Mae Beatty
Hannah Mae Beatty
Debbie Glatzel
DG
David Glanzer
Self
DG
Debbie Glatzel
Self
FH
Foster Hamilton
David Glatzel
AH
Adam Hunt
Arne Cheyenne Johnson
AJArne Cheyenne Johnson
Arne Cheyenne Johnson
Self
KRKathy Rupcic
Kathy Rupcic
Judy Glatzel
VSVictor Serfaty
Victor Serfaty
Ed Warren
SS
Susannah Spearin
Lorraine Warren
BS
Beckett Stortini
Carl Glatzer Jr.
RE
Raine Van Elsacker
Alan Glatzel

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The Devil on Trial — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Devil on Trial?

The Devil on Trial is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada.

Is The Devil on Trial on Netflix?

Yes — The Devil on Trial is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Devil on Trial on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Devil on Trial isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

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The Devil on Trial is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.