<span class="SFPTagline"> From SCIFIPEDIA </span>

A cult in the traditional sense is an assemblage of adherents of any exclusive system of religious beliefs and/or spiritual practice. Author, Thomas Wolfe once said, "A cult is a religion with no political power."

Fandom usage

In science fiction fandom, the term probably refers to one of the following:

• Cult following - used to refer to any work or creative artist who has not gained mainstream (mundane) fame, but has attracted a smaller, but loyal fan base.
• Cult (status) - which is achieved by a work or creative artist with a cult following.