The Devil's Backbone
2001, Spanish. Directed by Guillermo del Toro.
What is a ghost?
Spain, 1939. In the last days of the Spanish Civil War, the young Carlos arrives at the Santa Lucía orphanage, where he will make friends and enemies as he follows the quiet footsteps of a mysterious presence eager for revenge.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 20 April 2001
- Original title
- El espinazo del diablo
- Country
- Spain, Mexico
- Written by
- Guillermo del Toro, David Muñoz, Antonio Trashorras
- Budget
- $4.5M
- Box office
- $6.6M
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The Devil's Backbone: quick answers
Is The Devil's Backbone worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 1,444 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Devil's Backbone?
The Devil's Backbone runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The Devil's Backbone have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Devil's Backbone. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Devil's Backbone suitable for kids?
The Devil's Backbone is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like The Devil's Backbone?
If you liked The Devil's Backbone, try The Orphanage, The Innocents, Tigers Are Not Afraid.
Who directed The Devil's Backbone?
The Devil's Backbone (2001) was directed by Guillermo del Toro and stars Marisa Paredes, Eduardo Noriega, Federico Luppi.