I Saw the Devil
Directed by Kim Jee-woon · 2010 ·
Is I Saw the Devil worth watching?
Yes. I Saw the Devil (2010) earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 악마를 보았다 Yo vi al diablo Encontré al diablo J'ai rencontré le Diable Eu Vi o Diabo 悪魔を見た 看见恶魔 看見魔鬼
🏆 1 nomination
Softbank Ventures Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in India. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Google Play
Buy: Google Play
Where to watch I Saw the Devil by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| South Korea | Netflix, Disney+, Wavve, TVING |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (81/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (67/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- Celluloid Score 77% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded thriller, horror pick
Not ideal for
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Is I Saw the Devil worth watching?
Yes — I Saw the Devil earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded thriller, horror pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Not for the faint of heart — Kim Jee-woon's extreme thriller pushes vengeance cinema to its breaking point.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is I Saw the Devil about?
A secret agent hunts a serial killer who murdered his fiancée, descending into a cycle of revenge that threatens to consume his humanity.
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Critic Reviews
I Saw the Devil (2010) Review: Revenge Without an Exit
★★★★½
I Saw the Devil is Kim Jee-woon's savage Korean revenge thriller, a brilliantly made duel between an agent and a serial killer that dares you to keep watching.
Yes, if you can handle extreme violence. It is one of the most gripping revenge thrillers ever made, but squeamish viewers should stay well away.
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I Saw the Devil: frequently asked questions
Is I Saw the Devil worth watching?
Yes. I Saw the Devil (2010) has a Celluloid Score of 77%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch I Saw the Devil?
In the United States you can rent it from Google Play or buy it from Google Play. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, Disney+, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is I Saw the Devil?
I Saw the Devil runs 2 hours 24 minutes (144 minutes).
What is I Saw the Devil rated?
I Saw the Devil is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, R18+ in Australia, 18A in Canada and R21 in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in I Saw the Devil?
I Saw the Devil is directed by Kim Jee-woon and stars Lee Byung-hun, Choi Min-sik, Jeon Gook-hwan.
What is the Metascore for I Saw the Devil?
Metacritic's Metascore for I Saw the Devil is 67 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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