The review on Ign.com assesses the 1975 horror film The Devil’s Rain, which has been reissued in a 4K UHD/Blu‑ray edition by Severin Films.
The review on Ign.com assesses the 1975 horror film The Devil’s Rain, which has been reissued in a 4K UHD/Blu‑ray edition by Severin Films. The film, directed by Robert Fuest and written by Gabe Essoe, stars William Shatner, Ernest Borgnine, Tom Skerritt, and Joan Prather. It follows Dr. Tom Preston and his ESP‑sensitive wife Julie as they investigate the disappearance of family members linked to a satanic cult led by Corbis. Critical observations note strong practical makeup effects by Tom Burman and Ellis Jr., atmospheric cinematography, and notable performances by Borgnine and Shatner. The 4K transfer reveals technical details such as eye plugs on the disciples and a colorful melting sequence. Reviewers point to narrative weaknesses, limited development of the female lead, and pacing issues that hinder its status as a classic. Connections to other titles such as The Haunted Palace, The Touch of Satan, The Beyond, Return of the Jedi and A Nightmare on Elm Street are highlighted. Bonus features on the release include commentaries by director Robert Fuest and film historian Stephen R. Bissette, a discussion with makeup artist Tom Burman, and archival media. The review concludes that the film offers appreciable elements for horror enthusiasts but does not achieve widespread acclaim.
- Publisher
- ign
- Reliability
- high
- Published
- 7/5/2026, 10:00:37 AM
- Retrieved
- 7/5/2026, 10:00:37 AM
- Relevance
- 80%
- Confidence
- 85%

