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The Wicked Go to Hell (1955): cast, story & where to watch

1955 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1955, The Wicked Go to Hell is a drama and crime film directed by Robert Hossein, running about 93 minutes. “The body of Venus... the smile of a temptress... and a heart dripping with fury and revenge!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Making his directorial debut, Robert Hossein also assumes the leading role, playing an escaped convict. Hossein and his fellow escapees cross the path of Marina Vlady, with whom they all fall in love. Alas for our "heroes," Vlady intends to avenge the death of her sweetheart at the hands of Hossein and his confreres. Not only do these heels go to Hell, but they do so with a spectacular flourish. Les Salauds Vont en Enfer was adapted by Rene Wheeler from a play by Frederic Dard.

Who’s in it. The Wicked Go to Hell stars Marina Vlady as Eva, Henri Vidal as Pierre Macquart, Serge Reggiani as Rudel and Jacques Duby as Georges Bagot, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Wicked Go to Hell 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 Wicked Go to Hell page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Wicked Go to Hell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Wicked Go to Hell (1955)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wicked Go to Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Wicked Go to Hell worth watching?
The Wicked Go to Hell holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Wicked Go to Hell?
The Wicked Go to Hell stars Marina Vlady, Henri Vidal, Serge Reggiani, Jacques Duby and Robert Dalban.
When was The Wicked Go to Hell released?
The Wicked Go to Hell was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.