Devil in the Flesh (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1947, Devil in the Flesh is a drama and romance film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. In France during World War I, Marthe waits for her husband, Jacques, while he fights on the front lines. Marthe then begins a tempestuous affair with 17-year-old François, with whom she had a dalliance before marrying Jacques. Jealous François struggles with the fact that Marthe is married, while she tries to prove her devotion to her young, hotheaded lover. Things become even more complex when Marthe becomes pregnant with Jacques' baby.
Who’s in it. Devil in the Flesh stars Micheline Presle as Marthe Grangier, Gérard Philipe as François Jaubert, Denise Grey as Madame Grangier and Jean Debucourt as Edouard Jaubert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Devil in the Flesh 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 Devil in the Flesh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Devil in the Flesh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Devil in the Flesh (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Devil in the Flesh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Devil in the Flesh worth watching?
- Devil in the Flesh holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Devil in the Flesh?
- Devil in the Flesh stars Micheline Presle, Gérard Philipe, Denise Grey, Jean Debucourt and Palau.
- When was Devil in the Flesh released?
- Devil in the Flesh was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.