The Devil (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1972, The Devil is a drama and horror film directed by Andrzej Żuławski, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Young Polish nobleman Jakub is saved from imprisonment by a stranger. In return, the stranger wants to obtain a list of Jakub’s fellow conspirators. As he follows his mysterious savior across the country, Jakub is affected by the overall chaos and moral corruption; he goes insane and becomes a mass murderer.
Who’s in it. The Devil stars Leszek Teleszyński as Jacob, Wojciech Pszoniak as Stranger / The Devil, Michal Grudzinski as Ezechiel and Monika Niemczyk as The Nun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Devil has been warmly received by audiences.
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 The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil (1972)?
- 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 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Devil?
- The Devil stars Leszek Teleszyński, Wojciech Pszoniak, Michal Grudzinski, Monika Niemczyk and Bozena Miefiodow.
- When was The Devil released?
- The Devil was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.