Movie

The Devil and Max Devlin

“A new high in being lowdown.”

★ 5.9(38)19811h 36m

The Devil and Max Devlin is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube in United Kingdom. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Steven Hilliard Stern
Release date: 1981-03-06
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Box office: $16,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Walt Disney Productions

About The Devil and Max Devlin

The Devil and Max Devlin is a 1981 movie in the Fantasy and Comedy genres, directed by Steven Hilliard Stern, starring Elliott Gould, Bill Cosby and Susan Anspach. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 38 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Devil and Max Devlin in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When Max dies in an accident, he goes straight to Hell. But the Devil Barney makes him an offer: if he manages to get three innocent youths to sell him their souls in the next two months, he may stay on Earth. Max accepts, and returns to Earth, equipped with special powers. However, his task is harder than expected, especially when seven year old Tobi demands that he marry his mother.

Cast

Elliott Gould

Max Devlin

Bill Cosby

Barney Satin

Susan Anspach

Penny Hart

Adam Rich

Toby Hart

Julie Budd

Stella Summers

Sonny Shroyer

Big Billy Hunniker

David Knell

Nerve Nordlinger

Chuck Shamata

Jerry Nadler

Sally Marr

Mrs. Gormley

Reggie Nalder

Chairman of Devil's Council

Lillian Müller

Veronica

Denise DuBarry

Stella's Secretary

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Devil and Max Devlin in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, The Devil and Max Devlin is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Devil and Max Devlin on Netflix?+

The Devil and Max Devlin is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The Devil and Max Devlin?+

The Devil and Max Devlin has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in The Devil and Max Devlin?+

The Devil and Max Devlin stars Elliott Gould, Bill Cosby, Susan Anspach, Adam Rich and Julie Budd.

When did The Devil and Max Devlin come out?+

The Devil and Max Devlin is a 1981 movie directed by Steven Hilliard Stern.

What genre is The Devil and Max Devlin?+

The Devil and Max Devlin is Fantasy and Comedy film.

Who directed The Devil and Max Devlin?+

The Devil and Max Devlin was directed by Steven Hilliard Stern.