The Devil (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1981, The Devil is a horror film directed by Chang Ren-Chieh, running about 86 minutes. “Crawling horror from the depths of hell!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A hideously ugly witch casts spells on her victims which turns their insides into snakes and worms.
Who’s in it. The Devil stars Sherman Chow Shiu-Dung, Wang Pao-yu, Ou Di and Chen Honglie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Devil has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Devil tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Devil worth watching?
- The Devil holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Devil?
- The Devil stars Sherman Chow Shiu-Dung, Wang Pao-yu, Ou Di, Chen Honglie and Mei Hua Chen.