The Devil in the Heart (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1976, The Devil in the Heart is a notable film directed by Bernard Queysanne, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. It takes place in a chic milieu, where both the father and the son are in love with the au pair girl (but she sleeps with the dad). The young student is far from the post May 68 clichés and the movie walks a fine line off the beaten path. Philippe Lemaire and Emmanuelle Riva are ideally cast as the bourgeois parents who urge their offspring to attend the grandma's Christmas meal.
Who’s in it. The Devil in the Heart stars Jane Birkin as Linda, Jacques Spiesser as Éric Bouvier, Philippe Lemaire as Mr. Bouvier, the father and Emmanuelle Riva as Mrs. Bouvier, the mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Devil in the Heart has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil in the Heart page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil in the Heart (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil in the Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Devil in the Heart worth watching?
- The Devil in the Heart holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Devil in the Heart?
- The Devil in the Heart stars Jane Birkin, Jacques Spiesser, Philippe Lemaire, Emmanuelle Riva and Georges Vaur.
- When was The Devil in the Heart released?
- The Devil in the Heart was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.