Diabolical (2025)
A Dutch supernatural horror film where one woman's inherited darkness forces her to confront a terrifying question: is it madness, or something evil?
Diabolical - Movie Information
- Original Title: Diabolisch
- Release Year: 2025
- Directed by: Tristan van Doorn
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Mystery
- Runtime: 1h 35m
- Original Language: Dutch
- Spoken Languages: Dutch
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 29, 2025 (Netherlands - 16)
- Alternative Titles: Diabolical (US)
- Production Companies: Doorn Eden Films
- Production Countries: Netherlands
Diabolical - Plot
Jessica grew up with a mother plagued by inexplicable psychological issues. Years later, Jessica begins to experience the same disturbing symptoms and she starts to suspect that the cause isn't psychological but something evil.
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Diabolical - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Tristan van Doorn
Main Cast
- Caroline Lichtenberg
- Elske Stout
- Paul Schaareman
- Alexandra van Lier
- Sam Post
- Dirk van der Pol
- Jos Timmerman
Writers
- Tristan van Doorn
Producers
- Jeroen van Eden
- Tristan van Doorn
Diabolical - FAQs
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Is Diabolical based on a true story?
Diabolical is not based on a true story. It is an original supernatural horror film written and directed by Tristan van Doorn. The story explores themes of inherited trauma, demonic possession, and the blurred line between psychological illness and genuine evil.
What is Diabolical (2025) about?
Diabolical follows Jessica, a woman who grew up watching her mother suffer from inexplicable psychological disturbances. When Jessica begins experiencing the same disturbing symptoms, she starts to question whether the root cause is a mental condition — or something far more sinister and supernatural.
Is the evil in Diabolical hereditary or supernatural?
The film deliberately blurs the line between inherited psychological illness and a genuine supernatural curse. Jessica's journey forces both her and the audience to question whether the affliction passed down through her bloodline is a genetic disorder, a demonic spirit, or a terrifying combination of both.
Who are the main actors in Diabolical?
The film stars Caroline Lichtenberg as Jessica Insinger, Elske Stout as Anna, Paul Schaareman as David, Alexandra van Lier as Michelle, Sam Post as Valerie Insinger, Dirk van der Pol as Willem Insinger, and Jos Timmerman as Dr. Raymond Erlings.
When was Diabolical released?
Diabolical was released on September 29, 2025, in the Netherlands with a 16+ age classification. The film is also known internationally under the alternative title Diabolical (US), reflecting its Dutch origin under the original title Diabolisch.
Who directed and wrote Diabolical (2025)?
Diabolical was both written and directed by Tristan van Doorn, a Dutch filmmaker. The film was produced by Jeroen van Eden and Tristan van Doorn under their production company Doorn Eden Films, based in the Netherlands.
What are movies similar to Diabolical (2025)?
If you enjoyed Diabolical, you might also like Hauntology (2024), Carrie (1976), End of Days (1999), A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987), and Freddy vs. Jason (2003). These films share themes of supernatural horror, cursed bloodlines, and psychological dread.
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