Devils of Monza (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1987, Devils of Monza is a drama and history film directed by Luciano Odorisio, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. The young noble Don Monza is caught and thrown out by the nun Virginia de Leva when she catches him flirting with one of her nun sisters across the stone wall between their gardens. He hears the rumor that she'd have an affair with her trustee - so he kills him in a set-up duel and aims to take his place. Against her initial resistance, Monza manages to win her heart - and to get into her bed. This doesn't stay a secret for long, but Monza, now in love, does everything to keep it going.

Who’s in it. Devils of Monza stars Myriem Roussel as Sister Virginia Maria de Leyva, Alessandro Gassmann as Giampaolo Osio, Renato De Carmine as Cardinal Federico Borromeo and Alina De Simone as Reverend Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Devils of Monza has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Devils of Monza page.

If you liked it. Fans of Devils of Monza tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Devils of Monza (1987)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Devils of Monza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Devils of Monza worth watching?
Devils of Monza holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Devils of Monza?
Devils of Monza stars Myriem Roussel, Alessandro Gassmann, Renato De Carmine, Alina De Simone and Augusto Zucchi.
When was Devils of Monza released?
Devils of Monza was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.