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2010•117 min•Drama, Action

King of Devil's Island

Is King of Devil's Island a Hit or Flop?

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Is King of Devil's Island worth watching? With a rating of 7.1/10, this Drama, Action film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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King of Devil's Island Synopsis

Norwegian winter, 1915. On the island Bastøy, outside Oslo, a group of young boys aged 11 to 18, are held in an institution for delinquent youth, notorious for its sadistic regime. One day a new boy, Erling, arrives, determined to escape from the island. After a tragic incident, he ends up leading the boys in a violent uprising. When the boys manage to take over the island, 150 soldiers are sent in to restore order.

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Top Cast

Stellan Skarsgård
Stellan SkarsgårdBestyrer Håkon
Benjamin Helstad
Benjamin HelstadErling / C-19
Kristoffer Joner
Kristoffer JonerHusfar Bråthen
Trond Nilssen
Trond NilssenOlav / C-1
Morten Løvstad
Morten LøvstadØystein
Daniel Berg
Daniel BergJohan
Odin Gineson Brøderud
Odin Gineson BrøderudAxel
Magnar Botten
Magnar BottenLillegutt
Magnus Langlete
Magnus LangleteIvar / C-5
Markus
MarkusBrustad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is King of Devil's Island worth watching?

Yes, King of Devil's Island is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.1/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Drama, Action movies.

Is King of Devil's Island hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.1/10), King of Devil's Island is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is King of Devil's Island?

King of Devil's Island is a Drama, Action movie that Norwegian winter, 1915. On the island Bastøy, outside Oslo, a group of young boys aged 11 to 18, are held in an institution for delinquent youth, noto...

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Critic Reviews

deepkinoSep 16, 2025
★ 8

A chilling Norwegian thriller set on an sinister, isolated island, focusing on the brutal mistreatment of juvenile detainees and their inevitable revolt. With a superb script, sharp dialogue, and flawless editing and cinematography, the film makes you feel the freezing cold in your bones from start to finish.