With Bill Cosby's life and career in tatters these days with a myriad of past date-rape accusations against the actor/comedian, I have been intrigued to investigate both his earlier filmic oddities and the comedic albums of his stand-up routines from years gone by. This was a decent, Disney (to add a touch of irony) comedy just before he was going to hit a purple patch in his life with the mega-success of 'The Cosby…
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.
Top 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
Helene Winston
Agent Hargraves
Tracie Savage
Pammy
Mukunda Goswami
Hare Krishna
George Sasaki
Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Reviews
I'd recommend <em>'The Devil and Max Devlin'</em>. Of course it is slightly hampered by the fact it's a Disney film, but I feel it manages to leave a mark in what it does tackle in regards to the premise. I felt attached to the dilemma that Max (Elliott Gould) faces, despite it being a fairly predictable situation. Gould is good in the lead role. He is joined by, um, Bill Cosby, who suitably plays a character…
FAQ about The Devil and Max Devlin
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.…
When was The Devil and Max Devlin released?
The Devil and Max Devlin was released in 1981.
What genres does The Devil and Max Devlin belong to?
The Devil and Max Devlin is categorised as Fantasy, Comedy.
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.