Who is Asmodeus in The Pope's Exorcist?

Ancient demon manifesting physically and psychologically, seeking to corrupt the abbey and its dark history.

Who plays Asmodeus in The Pope's Exorcist?

Asmodeus is played by Ralph Ineson.

Asmodeus's abilities include physical manifestation, terror induction, historical corruption, possession, environmental manipulation.

Asmodeus has 5 mapped relationships in The Pope's Exorcist. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Asmodeus — Conflict Arch Enemy — Father Gabriele Amorth (Russell Crowe)
Core ideological and spiritual antagonism defining the film's climax.

Asmodeus taunts Amorth with WWII memories and seeks to destroy him, while Amorth directly confronts and banishes the demon through a sacrificial ritua...
Asmodeus — Narrative Vessel — Henry (Peter DeSouza-Feighoney)
Primary host relationship where the demon exploits psychological wounds.

Henry appears possessed, demands a priest, and the demon uses his car accident trauma to maintain his silence and attack others.
Asmodeus — Conflict Intermittent Host — Amy (Laurel Marsden)
Secondary vessel relationship highlighting the demon's unpredictable nature.

The demon possesses Amy at times, causing terror and disrupting the family's attempts to find safety at the abbey.
Asmodeus — Conflict Threatened Target — Julia (Alex Essoe)
Indirect conflict where the demon endangers the grieving mother.

Julia loses faith after her husband's death, and the demonic presence threatens her family's safety and spiritual well-being at the abbey.
Asmodeus — Meta Church Adversary — The Pope (Franco Nero)
Historical and spiritual rivalry between ancient evil and modern leadership.

Asmodeus states he wants to infiltrate and destroy the Church, while the Pope falls ill while reading historical documents about the abbey linked to t...