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The Diabolical Church Window (1910): cast, story & where to watch

1910 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1910, The Diabolical Church Window is a fantasy film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Here we have an old scholar/alchemist brooding over a book, challenged by the devil, and going through the familiar sorcery to create a woman by throwing pieces of clothing against a stain-glass church window, like a jigsaw puzzle (and later in reverse). The woman also multiplies herself five-fold so as to match a similar paravent.

Who’s in it. The Diabolical Church Window stars Georges Méliès.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Diabolical Church Window 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 Diabolical Church Window page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Diabolical Church Window tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Diabolical Church Window (1910)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Diabolical Church Window change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Diabolical Church Window worth watching?
The Diabolical Church Window holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Diabolical Church Window?
The Diabolical Church Window stars Georges Méliès.
When was The Diabolical Church Window released?
The Diabolical Church Window was released in 1910, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.