Devil's Island (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1939, Devil's Island is a thriller and drama film directed by William Clemens, running about 62 minutes. “A Drama of Inhuman Cruelty!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A French doctor sentenced for treason performs brain surgery on the prison commandant's daughter.
Who’s in it. Devil's Island stars Boris Karloff as Dr. Charles Gaudet, Nedda Harrigan as Madame Lucien, James Stephenson as Col. Armand Lucien and Adia Kuznetzoff as Pierre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Devil's Island 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 Devil's Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Devil's Island tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Devil's Island (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Devil's Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Devil's Island worth watching?
- Devil's Island holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Devil's Island?
- Devil's Island stars Boris Karloff, Nedda Harrigan, James Stephenson, Adia Kuznetzoff and Rolla Gourvitch.
- When was Devil's Island released?
- Devil's Island was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.