The Devil Plays the Flute (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1954, The Devil Plays the Flute is a comedy and fantasy film directed by José María Forqué, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. When the pieces of a singular figure are unearthed and then joined together, a devil of the lowest category breaks into a small Mediterranean village. From that moment on, the demon will enter the life of a painter named Bernardino, in the affairs of a "modern" marriage, in the existence of a frightened gardener and, finally, in the day-to-day life of the Great Momo.
Who’s in it. The Devil Plays the Flute stars José Luis Ozores as Músico, Luis Prendes as Bernaldino, Luis Arroyo as Relojero and Félix Dafauce as Momo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Devil Plays the Flute 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 Plays the Flute page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Devil Plays the Flute tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil Plays the Flute (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil Plays the Flute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Devil Plays the Flute worth watching?
- The Devil Plays the Flute holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Devil Plays the Flute?
- The Devil Plays the Flute stars José Luis Ozores, Luis Prendes, Luis Arroyo, Félix Dafauce and Carmen Vázquez Vigo.
- When was The Devil Plays the Flute released?
- The Devil Plays the Flute was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.