Review of The Devil Rides Out (1968) by Dougal S — 16 Aug 2008

Hammer mixes black magic with historical drama to bring one of the best offerings the studio ever produced. And Christopher Lee plays the good uy for once!

This review of The Devil Rides Out (1968) was written by Dougal S on 16 Aug 2008.

The Devil Rides Out has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jeremy Heilman (393) for MovieMartyr.com (391) on 27 Jun 2010

With Fisher, arguably the auteur of Hammer Studios, behind the camera, and one of its top stars in front of it, the film works on all levels…

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By Neil M (343) on 31 Aug 2009

As fine a horror movie as you get from this era. Christopher Lee delivers a fine performance in one of his few hero roles…

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By David C (2,598) on 14 Jan 2014

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By Dave J (1,987) on 06 Sep 2011

One of Hammer's better films, and quite possibly as close as the studio ever came to matching the termite art some found in the Val Lewton…

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By Jonathan S (1,990) on 13 Feb 2010

Awesome Hammer action with Christopher Lee and the Devil…

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By Davey M (514) on 18 Oct 2012

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By Richard D (1,732) on 31 Jan 2011

An incredible film. Excellently shot and staged throughout, this clearly proves that Hammer weren't exploitational campery…

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By Martin K (278) on 17 Feb 2010

A horror classic, it does get slightly boring when neither christopher lee or charles gray are on screen…

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