The Devil comes and plays the Flute (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1954, The Devil comes and plays the Flute is a horror and crime film directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. The film depicts the exploits of Kindaichi Kosuke, who pursues a series of serial murders that occur one after another along with the terrifying melody of a flute. It is the fourth film in the series, starring Chiezo Kataoka as Kindaichi Kosuke.

Who’s in it. The Devil comes and plays the Flute stars Chiezo Kataoka, Mitsuko Miura, Yōko Sugi and Noriko Sengoku, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Devil comes and plays the Flute 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 comes and plays the Flute page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Devil comes and plays the Flute tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Devil comes and plays the Flute (1954)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil comes and plays the Flute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Devil comes and plays the Flute worth watching?
The Devil comes and plays the Flute holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Devil comes and plays the Flute?
The Devil comes and plays the Flute stars Chiezo Kataoka, Mitsuko Miura, Yōko Sugi, Noriko Sengoku and Minoru Takada.
When was The Devil comes and plays the Flute released?
The Devil comes and plays the Flute was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.