Abby
“Abby doesn't need a man anymore... the Devil is her lover now!”
Synopsis
When a minister's wife becomes possessed by Eshu, the Nigerian god of sexuality, an exorcist is called in to drive the evil spirit away.
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Abby (1974) Extended Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-11
Top Cast
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William Marshall
Bishop Garnet Williams
Terry Carter
Rev. Emmett Williams
Austin Stoker
Det. Cass Potter
Carol Speed
Abby Williams
Juanita Moore
Miranda 'Momma' Potter
Charles Kissinger
Dr. Hennings
Elliott Moffitt
Russell Lang
Nathan Cook
Tafa Hassan
Nancy Lee Owens
Mrs. Wiggins
William P. Bradford
Dr. Rogers
Joann Holcomb
Lois
Claude Fulkerson
Benny
Charles Broaddus
Joe (as Chuck Broadus)
Joan Ray
Sue
Mary Minor
Lolly
Nancy Lea Owen
Mrs. Wiggins
Bob Holt
The Demon (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Girdler
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Cornell Layne
- Original Score
- Robert O. Ragland
- Original Title
- Abby
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- American International Pictures, Mid-America Pictures, Hollywood West Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Girdler
Gordon Cornell Layne, William Girdler
Robert O. Ragland
William L. Asman
Corky Ehlers, Bub Asman
Gordon Cornell Layne, Samuel Z. Arkoff, David Sheldon, William Girdler
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Cornell Layne
Producer
David Sheldon
Producer
William Girdler
Producer
William Girdler
Director
Robert O. Ragland
Original Music Composer
Gordon Cornell Layne
Screenplay
J. Patrick Kelly III
Production Design
Corky Ehlers
Editor
William L. Asman
Director of Photography
Bub Asman
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abby
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Abby about?
When a minister's wife becomes possessed by Eshu, the Nigerian god of sexuality, an exorcist is called in to drive the evil spirit away.
Who directed Abby?
Abby was directed by William Girdler.
Who stars in Abby?
The principal cast of Abby includes William Marshall, Terry Carter, Austin Stoker, Carol Speed, Juanita Moore.
When was Abby released and how long is it?
Abby was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Abby?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Abby was composed by Robert O. Ragland.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Abby?
Abby holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).