The Devil's Advocate (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1977, The Devil's Advocate is a drama and mystery film directed by Guy Green, running about 109 minutes. “Was he a saint or was he a sinner?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A dying priest is commissioned to investigate the deeds of Giacomo Nerone, a dead wartime partisan, and find out if he truly is worthy of being canonized.
Who’s in it. The Devil's Advocate stars John Mills as Monsignor Blaise Meredith, Stéphane Audran as Contess Anne Di Sanctis, Jason Miller as Dr. Aldo Meyer and Paola Pitagora as Nina Sanduzzi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Devil's Advocate has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil's Advocate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Devil's Advocate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil's Advocate (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil's Advocate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Devil's Advocate worth watching?
- The Devil's Advocate holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Devil's Advocate?
- The Devil's Advocate stars John Mills, Stéphane Audran, Jason Miller, Paola Pitagora and Leigh Lawson.
- When was The Devil's Advocate released?
- The Devil's Advocate was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.