The Devil Never Sleeps (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1994, The Devil Never Sleeps is a documentary film directed by Lourdes Portillo, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. The Devil Never Sleeps is a “whodunit” documentary about family secrets. Filmmaker Lourdes Portillo received a phone call informing her of the mysterious death of her wealthy Mexican uncle Oscar. Officially ruled a suicide, Portillo’s relatives claimed murder, offering several possible suspects including a business partner, a ranch hand, and Oscar’s young widow who stood to inherit everything. Traveling to Mexico, Portillo attempts to learn the truth about her powerful uncle. Using interviews, old snapshots and home movies, she finds a complicated web of family secrets, intrigue, rumor and betrayal that makes her enigmatic uncle’s murder seem ever more likely, yet ever more obscure. As the Mexican saying goes, “When evil is lurking, the devil never sleeps.”
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Devil Never Sleeps 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 Never Sleeps page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil Never Sleeps (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil Never Sleeps change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Devil Never Sleeps worth watching?
- The Devil Never Sleeps holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Devil Never Sleeps released?
- The Devil Never Sleeps was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.