The Devil's Double

Name: The Devil's Double
Genre: Drama, Action, Thriller, Crime, War
Released: 2011-02-11
Duration: 1 h 49 min
Cast: Dominic Cooper, Ludivine Sagnier, Raad Rawi, Philip Quast, Mem Ferda

2011·Movie

·1h 49min·R·

Drama

7.0

527.3

54%64%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

Tension8
Violence8
Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Pathos5
Melancholy4
Catharsis4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Dark Humor5
Wit & Wordplay3
Satire & Parody3

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Direction7
Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing7
Music Composition7

Energy

High

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

The Devil's Double is tense, violent, and thrilling.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.

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Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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All heart traits

Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

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Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Low

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some dark humor.

All humor traits

Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.

Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

World

Medium

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around history, politics, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Historical9Period settings and real events.
Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.

Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Educational5Informative and instructive.
Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

High

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Actors

Dominic Cooper

Latif Yahia / Uday Hussein

Ludivine Sagnier

Sarrab

Raad Rawi

Munem

Philip Quast

Saddam Hussein / Faoaz

Mem Ferda

Kamel Hannah

Mimoun Oaïssa

Ali

Khalid Laith

Yassem Al-Helou

Nasser Memarzia

Latif's Father

Dar Salim

Azzam

Pano Masti

Said

Stewart Scudamore

Father of School Girl

Amrita Acharia

School Girl

Amber Rose Revah

Bride

Selva Rasalingam

Rokan

Akin Gazi

Saad

Elektra Anastasi

School Girl 2

Oona Chaplin

Beauty

Norman Schwarzkopf

Self (archive footage)

Crew

Directed by:

Lee Tamahori, Rowena Radbury

Written by:

Michael Thomas, Latif Yahia

Produced by:

John Hubbard, Amy Hubbard, Paul Breuls

Composed by:

Julien Naudin, Stefan Henrix, Stefan Henrix

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Devil's Double legally?

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The Devil's Double is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Devil's Double worth watching?

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 54%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Devil's Double rated?

RViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How long is The Devil's Double?

1 h 49 min

The Devil's Double runs 1 h 49 min.

Is The Devil's Double based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Devil's Double?

Critics53

Audiences69

Not quite. Audiences rate The Devil's Double higher (69) than critics (53). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Devil's Double a box office hit?

Budget$19 million

Box office$6 million

No. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 30% of its budget.

What language is The Devil's Double in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Netherlands, Belgium.

In how many countries can I watch The Devil's Double?

+27

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Devil's Double in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Devil's Double use?

Firing in the Air a LotBerserk ButtonEverybody Has StandardsPost-Rape TauntFaux Affably EvilDepraved BisexualThe SociopathTranslation ConventionSlasher SmileGreater-Scope VillainBad BossCountry Mattersand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for The Devil's Double, including Firing in the Air a Lot, Berserk Button, Everybody Has Standards.

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Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Biographical

Politics

Historical

Psychological

Violence

Tension

Bleakness

Crime