Devil Rides Out is a period piece (1920’s) craftily written by Richard Matheson (“Night Stalker” - 1972) & expertly directed by Terry Fisher, one of his best works involving black magic & the occult. For once the period milieu & British dialogue don’t clash with the subject matter. Sir Chris Lee’s expert performance as Du Richealu matches up well with Charles Gray’s who’s steely gaze as Mocatta never wavers. Shocks & tensions well built up by Fisher who jumps into action immediately. It was a box office disappointment upon initial release yet remains a fine example of Hammer Films, worth buying & owning!