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   Are there any movies based on the Salem witch trials?

   • Movies that effectively pay homage to the Salem Witch Trials use the historical event as a leaping-off point for even more terror (and not always within the horror genre), and while many feature evil witches, many also focus on the real-life tragedy of the events.

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   Which Salem movie is best?

   • The movie is also full of great performances, making it even more enjoyable to watch. “Maid of Salem” is a must-see for any fan of historical dramas. It is an excellent movie that tells the story of the Salem witch trials in a very effective way. “Hocus Pocus” is all about the Salem witch trials.

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   Did the Salem witch trials take place in 1692?

   • Many have heard stories about the historical events that took place in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692, and several movies and TV shows use the infamous Salem Witch Trials as either a backdrop or plot point. The Salem Witch Trials were a period from 1692 until 1693 in which Massachusetts townspeople were put on trial after being accused of witchcraft.

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   Who starred in the Salem witch trials?

   • CBS created miniseries The Salem Witch Trials in 2003, which the tital makes clear is heavily focused on the Salem Witch Trials. The miniseries had a few familiar faces, including Kirstie Alley, Rebecca De Mornay, Shirley MacLaine, and Peter Ustinov.

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   What happened after the Salem witch trials?

   • A group of Salem Witch Trial re-enactors find themselves at the center of a modern-day witch hunt. In the late 1600s, more than 150 men and women were accused of being witches. After the infamous Salem Witch Trials, 19 people were hanged for their alleged crimes, and one person was pressed to death under heavy stones.

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   Will there be a movie about the witch trials?

   • In 2015, HBO green lit a pilot for a new drama about the trials called The Devil You Know, starring Eddie Izzard as Thomas Putnam, but the project still hasn’t come to light and it isn’t clear if it ever will. Also in 2015, STX Entertainment announced it is producing a film about the witch trials titled Salem Village.

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   • The Witch (2015) Available on Showtime. The Witch—sometimes stylized as "The VVitch"—is a 2015 semi-biographical horror film directed by Robert Eggers.
   • Hocus Pocus (1993) Available on Disney+ Hocus Pocus is undeniably one of the most famous witch films to have been made in the '90s. Many kids had nightmares about the Sanderson sisters, and it's a cult classic that fans love.
   • American Horror Story: Coven (2011) Available on Prime Video. American Horror Story created a season entirely based on witchcraft, titled "Coven." The season is based in New Orleans and uses real voodoo legends, but the main characters are descendants of witch families from Salem.
   • ParaNorman (2012) Available on Netflix. When looking for a fun and comedic film for the spooky season, ParaNorman is a good fit. Considered one of the greatest claymation movies of all time, the film's storyline also ties back to the witch trials.

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   • The Undead
   • The Lords of Salem
   • The Covenant
   • The Blair Witch Project
   • The Crucible
   • Maid of Salem
   • Hocus Pocus
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   “The Undead” is a 1957 movie about the Salem witch trials, by director Roger Cormanand stars Dick Miller and Beverly Garland. The film follows Bud and Lou, two young men sent to Salem to find their uncle. Once there, they become caught up in the hysteria of the witch trials and have to find a way to escape. “The Undead” is an excellent example of h...

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   “The Lords of Salem” is a 2012 horror film by Rob Zombie that tells the story of Heidi, a DJ who receives a strange box from her uncle. Once she opens it, she is cursed and starts to see hallucinations of witches. Director Rob Zombie uses the Salem witch trials as a backdrop for his story, making for a very creepy and atmospheric film. The movie is...

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   The film “The Covenant” is about a group of young men descendants of Salem witches. A dark force gives them powers, and they use these powers to do evil. However, one of the group members, Caleb, starts to question the group’s ways and fights against them. This leads to a showdown between Caleb and the other group members, with epic consequences. “...

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   “The Bair Witch Project” is a 1999 found footage horror film that tells the story of three student filmmakers who disappeared while filming a documentary about the legend of the Blair Witch. The film is handheld and uses found footage to create an eerie and realistic feeling. The movie was a huge success and has become a cult classic. It is an exce...

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   Director Nicholas Hytner’s “The Crucible” is a 1996 movie about the Salem witch trials, based on the play by Arthur Miller. The movie stars Winona Ryder and Daniel Day-Lewis. The film tells the story of the Salem witch trials and how they led to the deaths of many innocent people. Director Nicholas Hytner does a great job of bringing the story to l...

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   Another great movie about the Salem witch trials is “Maid of Salem.” This 1937 film tells the story of a young girl accused of being a witch. The movie stars Claudette Colbert and Fred MacMurray and is an excellent example of telling the story of the Salem witch trials. Director Frank Lloyd theatrically portrays the trials’ events and creates an in...

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   “Hocus Pocus” is all about the Salem witch trials. It is a classic Disney film that tells the story of three witches who are resurrected in modern-day Salem. The movie is full of comedy and fun and is an excellent choice for watching a light-hearted movie about witches. “Hocus Pocus” is an excellent example of how to make a movie about witches that...

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   “The Witchfinder General” is a 1968 British film that tells the story of Matthew Hopkins, a man appointed by King Charles II to hunt down witches. The movie stars Vincent Price as Hopkins and is an excellent example of making a horror movie about witches. The movie is full of suspense and terror and will leave you feeling scared long after you have...

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   An international co-production of the United States and Canada, “The Witch” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 27, 2015. In his feature film debut, written and directed by Robert Eggers, the film stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Ineson, Kate Dickie, Harvey Scrimshaw, Ellie Grainger, and Lucas Dawson. Set in 1630s New England, the film c...

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   “ParaNorman” is a 2012 stop-motion animated dark comedy horror film about a young boy who can see the dead and is called upon to save his town from a curse. Sam Fell and Chris Butler wrote and directed the film produced by Travis Knight. It stars the voices of Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tucker Albrizzi, Anna Kendrick, Casey Affleck, Leslie Mann, Jeff Garlin...

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   1. The Crucible (1996) Based on the play by Arthur Miller, “The Crucible” tells the story of the Salem witch trials through the eyes of John Proctor, a farmer who becomes entangled in the hysteria. The film stars Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder and explores themes of mass hysteria and the dangers of unchecked power.

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   Jun 1, 2016 · The Simpsons. In season 9, a segment of the 1997 Halloween special “Treehouse of Horror VIII” is based on the Salem Witch Trials. The segment, which is titled “Easy Bake Coven,” takes place in the 1600s in a Puritan town where Marge is suddenly accused of being a witch.

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   In the late 1600s, more than 150 men and women were accused of being witches. After the infamous Salem Witch Trials, 19 people were hanged for their alleged crimes, and one person was pressed to death under heavy stones.

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   Apr 23, 2024 · From chilling dramas to supernatural horrors, these movies offer a glimpse into the fear and paranoia that gripped the town of Salem in 1692. So grab some popcorn and join us as we delve into the best movies about the Salem Witch Trials. Who knows, you may even learn something new along the way.

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   The Crucible: Directed by Nicholas Hytner. With Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield, Joan Allen. A Salem resident attempts to frame her ex-lover's wife for being a witch in the middle of the 1692 witchcraft trials.