The Little Devil (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1988, The Little Devil is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Roberto Benigni, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Father Maurice, a priest living in a residential college for priests in Rome, is called out one day to "exorcise" the devil from someone. The devil turns out to be in the form of a fun-loving man called Giuditta. What Father Maurice doesn't know is that this type of devil will turn his life around.
Who’s in it. The Little Devil stars Roberto Benigni as Giuditta, Walter Matthau as Padre Maurizio, Nicoletta Braschi as Nina and Giacomo Piperno as Passeggero sul treno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Little Devil 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 Little Devil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Devil tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little Devil (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Devil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little Devil worth watching?
- The Little Devil holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little Devil?
- The Little Devil stars Roberto Benigni, Walter Matthau, Nicoletta Braschi, Giacomo Piperno and Stefania Sandrelli.
- When was The Little Devil released?
- The Little Devil was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.