The World, the Flesh and the Devil
"The Most Unusual Story Ever Told!"
Originally released in 1959. The World, the Flesh and the Devil is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Ranald MacDougall.
Starring Harry Belafonte, Inger Stevens, and Mel Ferrer
Synopsis
Ralph Burton is a miner who is trapped for several days as a result of a cave-in. When he finally manages to dig himself out, he realizes that all of mankind seems to have been destroyed in a nuclear holocaust. He travels to New York City only to find it deserted. Making a life for himself there, he is flabbergasted to eventually find Sarah Crandall, who also managed to survive. Together, they form a close friendship until the arrival of Benson Thacker who has managed to pilot his small boat into the city's harbor. At this point, tensions rise between the three, particularly between Thacker, who is white, and Burton, who is black.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (76 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HarBel Productions
- Sol C. Siegel Productions
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The World, the Flesh and the Devil about?
Ralph Burton is a miner who is trapped for several days as a result of a cave-in. When he finally manages to dig himself out, he realizes that all of mankind seems to have been destroyed in a nucle...
Who directed The World, the Flesh and the Devil?
The World, the Flesh and the Devil was directed by Ranald MacDougall.
How long is The World, the Flesh and the Devil?
The World, the Flesh and the Devil has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The World, the Flesh and the Devil released?
The World, the Flesh and the Devil was released on May 1, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The World, the Flesh and the Devil?
The main cast of The World, the Flesh and the Devil includes Harry Belafonte, Inger Stevens, Mel Ferrer.