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Satan Never Sleeps

"How Violators of Human Decency Work Their Terror Countdown!"

February 22, 1962 2h 5m 5.1/10 (14 votes)

Originally released in 1962. Satan Never Sleeps is a drama film. directed by Leo McCarey. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring William Holden, Clifton Webb, and France Nuyen

Synopsis

A priest arrives at a mission-post in China accompanied by a young native girl who has joined him along the way. His job is to relieve the existing priest, who is now too old and weak to continue with the upkeep of the church. However, Communist soldiers arrive at the mission and seize it as a command post. Their leader rapes the native girl and impregnates her, only later to realize that Communism is no good for him. In the end, the foursome flee to the border, but are pursued by Communist forces along the way.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 22, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
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User Rating 5.1/10 Mixed (14 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • 20th Century Fox

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Satan Never Sleeps about?

A priest arrives at a mission-post in China accompanied by a young native girl who has joined him along the way. His job is to relieve the existing priest, who is now too old and weak to continue w...

Who directed Satan Never Sleeps?

Satan Never Sleeps was directed by Leo McCarey.

How long is Satan Never Sleeps?

Satan Never Sleeps has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was Satan Never Sleeps released?

Satan Never Sleeps was released on February 22, 1962 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Satan Never Sleeps?

The main cast of Satan Never Sleeps includes William Holden, Clifton Webb, France Nuyen, Athene Seyler, Martin Benson.