There have been numerous appearances and references across various forms of media, notably:

Books:

• Lord of the Flies by William Golding: This is the most direct and famous literary reference. The “Lord of the Flies” is a pig’s head on a stick, which becomes a symbol of the boys’ descent into savagery and the inherent evil within human nature. Beelzebub is explicitly linked to “Lord of the Flies” in the novel.
• Pradise Lost by John Milton: Beelzebub is a prominent demon, second only to Satan, in this epic poem.
• The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan: Beelzebub appears as a character.
• The Testament of Solomon (pseudepigraphical work): Beelzebub (Beelzeboul) is a powerful demon who tells Solomon he inspires envy, lust, murder, wars, and more.
• Ascent of the Fallen by Travis A. Chapman: Baal is a character, depicted as a fiery demon and beautiful man.
• Stephen King’s novels:
  • Cujo (1981), Misery (1987), and Hearts in Atlantis (1999): The book Lord of the Flies appears prominently in these works.
  • Salem’s Lot: The vampires are let into the town by sacrificing a child to the Lord of Flies.
• Kevin Kaumann’s Forsaken Comedy trilogy: Baal is a major character.

Plays:

• Baal by Bertolt Brecht: Written in 1918 and first performed in 1923, this was Brecht’s first play.
• St. George and the Dragon (Mummers’ play): Beelzebub is a character in some versions of this traditional folk play.

Movies & Television:

• Lord of the Flies (film adaptations):
  • 1963 film, directed by Peter Brook
  • 1990 film, directed by Harry Hook
  • Alkitrang Dugo (1975), a Filipino film
  • Ladyworld (2018), an all-female adaptation
• The Rite (film): Father Lucas (Anthony Hopkins) is revealed to be possessed by the demon Baal.
• Ash vs Evil Dead (TV series): Baal is mentioned as the father of Ruby’s spawn, and later appeared as a character.
• American Horror Stories (TV series): The fifth episode was titled “Ba’al,” featuring the demon.
• Stargate SG-1 (TV series): Baal is a recurring alien Goa’uld enemy who poses as an ancient Canaanite god.
• The Simpsons episode “Das Bus”: Parodies the plot of Lord of the Flies, with the children stranded on an island.
• South Park episode “The Wacky Molestation Adventure”: Also references Lord of the Flies with the children creating their own society after expelling adults.
• Yellowjackets (TV series): Inspired by the abandoned all-female adaptation of Lord of the Flies.
• Hardware (film): The MARK-13 robot antagonist has “B.A.A.L.” in its serial number (Bioelectronic Artificially Intelligent Autoindependent Lifeform).

Music:

• “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen: Features the line “Beelzebub has a devil put aside for me.”
• “Lord of the Flies” by Iron Maiden: Inspired by William Golding’s novel.
• “Lord of the Flies” by The Camerawalls: On their 2008 album Pocket Guide to the Otherworld.
• “You’re Gonna Go Far Kid” by The Offspring: Contains a line referencing “Lord of the Flies.”
• “Roaring 20s” by Panic! At the Disco: Refers to Lord of the Flies.
• “On” by BTS: The music video took inspiration from Lord of the Flies.

Video Games/Other:

• Genshin Impact: The Raiden Shogun is known by two demon names, Baal and Beelzebul.
• Digimon Fusion (anime): A character named Baalmon evolves into Beelzemon.
• Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal (anime): A character uses a card called “Number 1: Infection Baal Zebul.”
• Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones: Bael (perhaps another name for Baal) appears as giant spiders.
• Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow: Bael appears as an enemy.
• Persona series: Baal appears as a usable power.
• Bayonetta 2: Baal can be summoned.
• Dungeons & Dragons: A high-ranking demon named Baalzebul has been featured in earlier editions.
• Ghouls ‘n Ghosts (arcade game): Beelzebub appears as a boss.