The Devil's Backbone (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2001, The Devil's Backbone is a thriller, fantasy, drama and horror film directed by Guillermo del Toro, running about 108 minutes. “What is a ghost?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Spain, 1939. In the last days of the Spanish Civil War, the young Carlos arrives at the Santa Lucía orphanage, where he will make friends and enemies as he follows the quiet footsteps of a mysterious presence eager for revenge.
Who’s in it. The Devil's Backbone stars Marisa Paredes as Carmen, Eduardo Noriega as Jacinto, Federico Luppi as Dr. Casares and Fernando Tielve as Carlos, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Devil's Backbone has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $6.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil's Backbone page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Devil's Backbone tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil's Backbone (2001)?
- In US, The Devil's Backbone is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Devil's Backbone worth watching?
- The Devil's Backbone holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, fantasy, drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Devil's Backbone?
- The Devil's Backbone stars Marisa Paredes, Eduardo Noriega, Federico Luppi, Fernando Tielve and Íñigo Garcés.
- When was The Devil's Backbone released?
- The Devil's Backbone was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.