The Devils
📖 Synopsis
Father Urbain Grandier’s unorthodox views of sex and religion make him a polarizing figure in 17th-century France. His outspokenness has amassed a passionate following of nuns and a respected reputation for protecting the city of Loudon from corruption. Grandier’s influence is then undermined following a sexually repressed nun’s accusation of witchcraft.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Hell will hold no surprises for them...”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, History, Horror
- Director
- Ken Russell
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Vanessa RedgraveSister Jeanne des Anges
Oliver ReedFather Urbain Grandier
Dudley SuttonBaron de Laubardemont
Max AdrianIbert
Gemma JonesMadeleine de Brou
Murray MelvinFather-Canon Jean Mignon
Michael GothardFather Pierre Barre
Georgina HalePhilippe Trincant
Brian MurphyAdamC
Christopher LogueCardinal Richelieu🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Devils about?
- Father Urbain Grandier’s unorthodox views of sex and religion make him a polarizing figure in 17th-century France. His outspokenness has amassed a passionate following of nuns and a respected reputation for protecting the city of Loudon from corruption. Grandier’s influence is then undermined following a sexually repressed nun’s accusation of witchcraft.
- Who directed The Devils?
- The Devils was directed by Ken Russell.
- When was The Devils released?
- The Devils was released on July 16, 1971.
- How long is The Devils?
- The Devils has a runtime of 1h 52m.
- Where can I track The Devils?
- You can track The Devils on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.












