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Blog & StoriesWhen the devil offers Petey Wheatstraw a second chance at life, the catch is as sinister as it sounds: he must marry the devil’s daughter, a woman so hideous she could curdle milk. This 1977 blaxploitation horror-comedy serves up a ghoulish cocktail of resurrection, supernatural vengeance, and gallows humor, as Petey navigates a macabre bargain that pits his soul against his sanity. With eerie atmospherics, over-the-top performances, and a plot that twists like a possessed vine, the film lures you into a nightmare where love is the ultimate horror and the devil always collects his due.
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When the devil offers Petey Wheatstraw a second chance at life, the catch is as sinister as it sounds: he must marry the devil's daughter, a woman so hideous she could curdle milk. This 1977 blaxploitation horror-comedy serves up a ghoulish cocktail of resurrection, supernatural...
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Petey Wheatstraw was released in 1970.
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User Reviews
RetroHorrorLover – 7/10
“I came for the outrageous premise and stayed for Rudy Ray Moore's over-the-top energy. It's not high art, but it's a fun, gritty time capsule with a killer soundtrack and some genuinely creepy moments. The ending was a wild ride.”
ShockValueQueen – 5/10
“I appreciate what it tries to do, blending horror and comedy, but the pacing dragged in the middle and the acting was rough around the edges. Still, there's a certain charm to its low-budget weirdness. Not for everyone, but I've seen worse.”
CinephileNightmare – 6/10
“The premise is gold—making a deal with the devil is always fun—but the execution feels dated and a bit sloppy. I wished they leaned more into the terror instead of the comedy. Still, it's a fascinating piece of blaxploitation history.”
DevilsAdvocate – 8/10
“This is my guilty pleasure! Petey Wheatstraw is unapologetically weird and entertaining. The humor hits, the effects are hilariously bad in the best way, and the climactic wedding scene is unforgettable. If you're into cult classics, this is a must-watch.”
