Leaves from Satan's Book (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1920, Leaves from Satan's Book is a fantasy, drama and history film directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, running about 157 minutes.
What it’s about. The power of Satan is highlighted in four historical tales: the betrayal and subsequent arrest of Jesus, the Spanish Inquisition, the French Revolution and the execution of Marie Antoinette, and the Finnish War of Independence in 1918.
Who’s in it. Leaves from Satan's Book stars Johannes Meyer as Don Fernandez (second sequence), Helge Nissen as Satan / The Grand Inquisitor / Erneste / Ivan, Halvard Hoff as Jesus (first sequence) and Jacob Texiere as Judas (first sequence) (as Jacob Texière), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Leaves from Satan's Book 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 Leaves from Satan's Book page.
If you liked it. Fans of Leaves from Satan's Book tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Leaves from Satan's Book (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leaves from Satan's Book change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Leaves from Satan's Book worth watching?
- Leaves from Satan's Book holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Leaves from Satan's Book?
- Leaves from Satan's Book stars Johannes Meyer, Helge Nissen, Halvard Hoff, Jacob Texiere and Hallander Helleman.
- When was Leaves from Satan's Book released?
- Leaves from Satan's Book was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 157 minutes.