Season of the Devil (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2018, Season of the Devil is a drama film directed by Lav Diaz, running about 234 minutes.
What it’s about. In the late 70s, a gang of militias under the control of the military, terrorizes a remote village in the Philippines. The poet/teacher/activist, Hugo Haniway, decides to find out the truth about the disappearance of his wife. A love story set in the darkest period of Philippine history, the Marcos Dictatorship. Based on real events and real characters.
Who’s in it. Season of the Devil stars Piolo Pascual as Hugo Haniway, Shaina Magdayao as Lorena, Pinky Amador as Aling Sinta / Kwago and Bituin Escalante as Kwentista, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Season of the Devil has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Season of the Devil page.
If you liked it. Fans of Season of the Devil tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Season of the Devil (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Season of the Devil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Season of the Devil worth watching?
- Season of the Devil holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Season of the Devil?
- Season of the Devil stars Piolo Pascual, Shaina Magdayao, Pinky Amador, Bituin Escalante and Hazel Orencio.
- When was Season of the Devil released?
- Season of the Devil was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 234 minutes.