The Nun and the Devil (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1973, The Nun and the Devil is a drama film directed by Domenico Paolella, running about 100 minutes. “In the convent of St. Archangel, there is a struggle for lust & love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's 1577. The Mother Superior at the convent of Archangel is seriously ill. The determined and calculating Mother Giulia plots to become the next Mother Superior. She receives tough competition from tormented lesbian Sister Chiara and the lusty Sister Carmela.
Who’s in it. The Nun and the Devil stars Luc Merenda as Carafo, Ornella Muti as Isabella, Martine Brochard as Chiara and Muriel Catalá as Agnes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Nun and the Devil has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nun and the Devil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nun and the Devil tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nun and the Devil (1973)?
- In US, The Nun and the Devil is available to stream on FlixFling, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Nun and the Devil worth watching?
- The Nun and the Devil holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nun and the Devil?
- The Nun and the Devil stars Luc Merenda, Ornella Muti, Martine Brochard, Muriel Catalá and Claudia Gravy.
- When was The Nun and the Devil released?
- The Nun and the Devil was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.