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2001139 minDrama, War

Devils on the Doorstep

Is Devils on the Doorstep a Hit or Flop?

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Is Devils on the Doorstep worth watching? With a rating of 8.219/10, this Drama, War film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Devils on the Doorstep Synopsis

During the Japanese occupation of China, two prisoners are dumped in a peasant's home in a small town. The owner is bullied into keeping the prisoners until the next New Year, at which time they will be collected. The village leaders convene to interrogate the prisoners. The townspeople then struggle to accommodate the prisoners. One is a bellicose Japanese nationalist, the other a nervous translator. Will the townspeople manage to keep the prisoners until the New Year?

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Top Cast

Jiang Wen
Jiang WenMa Dasan
Jiang Hongbo
Jiang HongboYu'er
Teruyuki Kagawa
Teruyuki KagawaKosaburo Hanaya
David Wu
David WuMajor Gao
Yuan Ding
Yuan DingDong Hanchen
Cong Zhijun
Cong ZhijunGrandfather
Li Congxi
Li CongxiLiu Wang
Li Haibin
Li HaibinMe
Kenya Sawada
Kenya SawadaInokichi Sakatsuka
Chen Shu
Chen ShuQiye

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devils on the Doorstep worth watching?

Yes, Devils on the Doorstep is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 8.219/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Drama, War movies.

Is Devils on the Doorstep hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (8.219/10), Devils on the Doorstep is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is Devils on the Doorstep?

Devils on the Doorstep is a Drama, War movie that During the Japanese occupation of China, two prisoners are dumped in a peasant's home in a small town. The owner is bullied into keeping the prisoners...

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Critic Reviews

badelfMar 6, 2023
★ 8

A fantastic anti-war narrative by Jiang Wen that clocks in at 140 minutes and is so well-paced that it feels like half that time. The comedic overtone that permeates the movie serves to provide comic relief and underscore the strong anti-war, anti-nationalist message.