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The Eleven Devils (1927): cast, story & where to watch

1927 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1927, The Eleven Devils is a drama film directed by Carl Boese, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Die elf Teufel / The Eleven Devils was made in Berlin in the summer of 1927, in the last throes of the silent movie era. But Die elf Teufel strikes one today as a prophetic film. One of its early captions is "Football, the sport of the century ". We are shown a ball bathed in light like some sacred relic, and observe how, even in those early days, fans on the terraces wouldn't shy away from using their fists.

Who’s in it. The Eleven Devils stars Gustav Fröhlich as Tommy, der Mittelstürmer, Evelyn Holt as Linda, Lissy Arna as Vivien and Fritz Alberti as Lauren, der Trainer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Eleven Devils 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 Eleven Devils page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Eleven Devils (1927)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eleven Devils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Eleven Devils worth watching?
The Eleven Devils holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Eleven Devils?
The Eleven Devils stars Gustav Fröhlich, Evelyn Holt, Lissy Arna, Fritz Alberti and John Mylong.
When was The Eleven Devils released?
The Eleven Devils was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.