A scientific exploration in search of a new energy source unleashes a group of powerful demons who begin possessing human bodies and destroying civilization. Close friends Akira and Ryo wind up on different sides of this epic struggle. Akira’s inner strength allows him to maintain his identity and fight for good, but the weaker Ryo is completely overtaken by Satan himself.
Practical Effects
Rubber suit demons that scream 'passion over budget'.
Acting
Twin brothers playing rivals with genuinely unhinged commitment.
Costume
Devilman himself: camp icon with questionable head proportions.
Director
Hiroyuki Nasu
Yusuke Izaki
Ryô Asuka / Satan
Ayana Sakai
Miki Makimura
Asuka Shibuya
Mîko
Ryudo Uzaki
Keisuke Makimura (Miki's father)
Yoko Aki
Emi Makimura (Miki's mother)
Ai Tominaga
Silene
Bob Sapp
World Newscaster
Mark Musashi
LAPD
Masaki Nishina
Masao Ushiku
Shota Sometani
Susumu
Ichirō Ogura
Susumu's Father
Yoriko Doguchi
Susumu's Mother
Go Nagai
Priest
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Izaki twins were J-pop idols cast specifically for their real-life bond—Ryo's actor had never acted before.
This was Go Nagai's first live-action Devilman after 30 years of anime/manga; he reportedly loved the chaotic sincerity of it all.
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