The Devil's Advocate
Directed by Taylor Hackford · 1997 ·
The Devil's Advocate (1997) earns a 67% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (66%).
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — currently on Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch The Devil's Advocate by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (66/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Celluloid Score 67% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is The Devil's Advocate worth watching?
Yes — The Devil's Advocate earns a 67% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
Reeves vs. Pacino’s Satanic law firm — a glossy ’90s morality thriller with a legendary closing monologue.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (66%).
What is The Devil's Advocate about?
Aspiring Florida defense lawyer Kevin Lomax accepts a job at a New York law firm. With the stakes getting higher every case, Kevin quickly learns that his boss has something far more evil planned.
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