The Devils
"Hell holds no surprises for them."
1971-07-16
7.5
en 114mDramaHistory
In 17th-century France, Father Urbain Grandier seeks to protect the city of Loudun from the corrupt establishment of Cardinal Richelieu. Hysteria occurs within the city when he is accused of witchcraft by the sexually repressed Sister Jeanne.
Director
Ken Russell
Screenplay
Ken Russell
Set Dresser
Ian Whittaker
Assistant Art Director
Leslie Dilley
Production Controller
Harry Benn
Property Buyer
Bryn Siddall
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Status
ReleasedRevenue
$11,000,000Budget
$2,000,000Countries
- United Kingdom
Companies
- Russo Productions
