The Devil and Max Devlin_
"A new high in being lowdown."
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.
Starring
Elliott Gould, Bill Cosby, Susan Anspach
Box Office
$16.0M
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Devil and Max Devlin was released 45 years ago in 1981.
Overview
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...
The Devil and Max Devlin is a Fantasy, Comedy film with a runtime of 1h 36m.
CAST (16)
Elliott Gould
Max Devlin
Bill Cosby
Barney Satin
Susan Anspach
Penny Hart
Adam Rich
Toby Hart
JB
Julie Budd
Stella Summers
Sonny Shroyer
Big Billy Hunniker
David Knell
Nerve Nordlinger
Chuck Shamata
Jerry Nadler
SM
Sally Marr
Mrs. Gormley
Reggie Nalder
Chairman of Devil's Council
Lillian Müller
Veronica
DD
Denise DuBarry
Stella's Secretary
Helene Winston
Agent Hargraves
Tracie Savage
Pammy
MG
Mukunda Goswami
Hare Krishna
GS
George Sasaki
Wedding Guest (uncredited)
BOX OFFICE
$16.0M
Revenue
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
96 min (1h 36m)
Country
Rating
5.8/10 (37 votes)
Box Office
$16,000,000
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Devil and Max Devlin about?
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.
How long is The Devil and Max Devlin?
The Devil and Max Devlin has a runtime of 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Who stars in The Devil and Max Devlin?
The cast of The Devil and Max Devlin includes Elliott Gould, Bill Cosby, Susan Anspach, Adam Rich, Julie Budd.
How much did The Devil and Max Devlin make at the box office?
The Devil and Max Devlin earned $16,000,000 worldwide at the box office.
What is the rating of The Devil and Max Devlin?
The Devil and Max Devlin has a rating of 5.8 out of 10 based on 37 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Fantasy
Comedy