The Doctor and the Devils (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1985, The Doctor and the Devils is a horror film directed by Freddie Francis, running about 93 minutes. “A man of medicine... A pair of murderers... An unholy alliance.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Victorian England, two grave robbers supply a wealthy doctor with bodies to research anatomy on, but greed causes them to look for a more simple way to get the job done.
Who’s in it. The Doctor and the Devils stars Timothy Dalton as Doctor Thomas Rock, Jonathan Pryce as Robert Fallon, Twiggy as Jennie Bailey and Julian Sands as Dr. Murray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Doctor and the 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 Doctor and the Devils page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Doctor and the Devils tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Doctor and the Devils (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Doctor and the Devils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Doctor and the Devils worth watching?
- The Doctor and the Devils holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Doctor and the Devils?
- The Doctor and the Devils stars Timothy Dalton, Jonathan Pryce, Twiggy, Julian Sands and Stephen Rea.
- When was The Doctor and the Devils released?
- The Doctor and the Devils was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.