

The Devil's Backbone
Director: 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.
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In brief
The Devil's Backbone (2001) is a fantasy, drama, horror film. With an average rating of 7.3/10 from 1,370 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 48min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
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How long is The Devil's Backbone?
The Devil's Backbone runs 108 minutes (1h 48min).
What rating does The Devil's Backbone have?
The Devil's Backbone has an average rating of 7.3/10 based on 1,370 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Devil's Backbone from?
The Devil's Backbone was released in 2001.
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