The Devil's Advocate
Directed by Taylor Hackford · 1997 ·
Is The Devil's Advocate worth watching?
Yes. The Devil's Advocate (1997) earns a 67% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (66%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as El Abogado del Diablo Pactar con el diablo L'Associé du diable Im Auftrag des Teufels Advogado do Diabo ディアボロス/悪魔の扉 데블스 에드버킷 魔鬼代言人
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists 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 |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max, Sky Cinema |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (66/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Celluloid Score 67% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
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. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Reeves vs. Pacino’s Satanic law firm — a glossy ’90s morality thriller with a legendary closing monologue.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
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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The Devil's Advocate: frequently asked questions
Is The Devil's Advocate worth watching?
Yes. The Devil's Advocate (1997) has a Celluloid Score of 67%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch The Devil's Advocate?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Devil's Advocate?
The Devil's Advocate runs 2 hours 24 minutes (144 minutes).
What is The Devil's Advocate rated?
The Devil's Advocate is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, R 18+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Devil's Advocate?
The Devil's Advocate is directed by Taylor Hackford and stars Keanu Reeves, Al Pacino, Charlize Theron, Jeffrey Jones, Judith Ivey.
What is the Metascore for The Devil's Advocate?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Devil's Advocate is 57 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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