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.
Direction
Blends archival footage with reconstructions seamlessly.
Production
Rare access to actual trial participants.
Writing
Lets absurdity speak for itself, no mockery needed.
Director
Chris Holt
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This case fueled the 1981 'Devil Made Me Do It' media frenzy and directly inspired The Conjuring 3, though the film took wild liberties with the actual trial.
Arne Johnson served only five years of his 10-20 sentence and married Debbie Glatzel while incarcerated. They're still together.
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