Repossessed (1990)

Repossessed is the kind of gleefully shameless spoof that doesn’t tiptoe around its premise—it cannonballs straight into it, turning demonic possession into a nonstop parade of TV satire, slapstick, and knowingly cheap gags that somehow add up to real momentum. Leslie Nielsen is in his element, treating the madness with that straight-faced sincerity that makes every absurd beat land harder, while Linda Blair’s participation gives the parody an extra wink of “can you believe we’re doing this?” charm. The vibe is loud, broad, and relentlessly silly, with a mischievous streak aimed at televangelism and media spectacle more than genuine scares. It’s not for viewers craving subtle comedy or true horror, but if you’re on the fence and in the mood for high-energy, anything-goes nonsense, it’s an easy, oddly infectious watch.

Repossessed is trying to be a broad, anything-goes spoof of The Exorcist and televangelist culture, leaning hard into Leslie Nielsen’s deadpan and a parade of goofy set pieces. The problem is the script feels scattershot and desperate for laughs, with a lot of jokes landing as stale groaners rather than clever satire, so the movie can play more like a noisy sketch reel than a real comedy. If you want sharp parody or actual horror, this will likely test your patience, and the “moderate” sex/nudity bits and demonic gags can feel like cheap seasoning rather than meaningful edge. Still, if you’re in the mood for dumb, dated early-’90s silliness and can enjoy the cast mugging through uneven material, there are a few chuckles to be had.