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Devil’s Revenge (2019): Cast & Ratings

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Devil’s Revenge is a 2019 horror film directed by Jared Cohn, starring William Shatner as Hayes, Phillip Andre Botello and Jason Brooks. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and was made on a reported $22.5 million budget. Its Echo Score is 24/100.

Echo Score
24
budget
$22.5M
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Devil’s Revenge (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Jared Cohn
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$22.5M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Devil’s Revenge About?

The premise of Devil’s Revenge without spoilers.

John Brock, a struggling archaeologist, returns from a fruitless expedition to rural Kentucky, where his family has long searched for a mysterious relic. Back home, he begins experiencing disturbing, dreamlike visions of a fearsome bird-like creature from ancient folklore. John discovers the cave he explored houses the relic, a portal to Hell, and serves as a place of worship for the Occult. To stop the increasingly vivid visions, he must return to the cave with his family, locate the relic, and destroy it.

Devil’s Revenge Themes & Keywords

· 21 tags
  • cave
  • spelunking
  • curse
  • relic
  • car hits a tree
  • single car accident
  • defibulator
  • hospital
  • heart attack
  • library
  • punched in the face
  • elevator
+9 more
  • eyes glowing red
  • stabbed in the chest
  • stabbed to death
  • farm
  • father son relationship
  • husband wife relationship
  • rv
  • raft
  • gun held under chin
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Cast & crew

Devil’s Revenge Cast & Characters

William Shatner leads the cast as Hayes, with Phillip Andre Botello as R.J. and Jason Brooks as Sergio. Directed by Jared Cohn; 13 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Devil’s Revenge

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From the director

More from Jared Cohn

More films directed by Jared Cohn, best-rated first: Deadlock, Deadly Vows, My Deadly Affair and Her Fatal Fling.

Full filmography
Ratings

Devil’s Revenge Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 24/100, strongest in sensory experience (35) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

24 /100

Devil’s Revenge Echo Score Breakdown

Devil’s Revenge falls short across the board, delivering a shallow narrative, uneven direction, and uninspired performances that undermine any potential horror appeal. Reviewers consistently cite a disjointed plot, amateurish production values, and laughable dialogue, while occasional praise for creature design does little to lift the overall experience. The film’s limited replay value and pervasive technical flaws result in a largely negative reception, placing it firmly in the lower tier of horror releases.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from rudimentary direction and editing that elongate scenes without purpose. Critics and users note cheap set pieces, inconsistent cinematography, and a lack of visual cohesion, although a few acknowledge the creature design as a modest highlight. The overall production quality fails to meet genre standards, resulting in a decidedly weak artistic impression.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are widely regarded as subpar, with overacting and flat portrayals that prevent audience investment. While William Shatner’s exaggerated style entertains a minority of viewers, the majority describe the cast as unengaging and the character arcs as undeveloped. The net effect is a poor emotional resonance across the ensemble.

  • Story & Flow 20

    The story and flow of Devil’s Revenge are marred by a convoluted premise, numerous plot holes, and pacing that drags or rushes inappropriately. Reviewers criticize the script as nonsensical and compare it to elementary-level writing, despite a solitary positive note on the screenplay’s character setup. Consequently, narrative cohesion remains a significant weakness.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    Sensory experience receives a mixed assessment: the creature effects and occasional atmospheric moments earn modest praise, yet the overall sound design and visual polish are deemed cheap and unrefined. Users point out inconsistent CGI quality and a soundtrack that fails to enhance tension, leading to an uneven but slightly above‑average sensory impression.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    Rewatch factor is low, as most viewers express no desire to revisit the film due to its weak narrative, poor performances, and technical shortcomings. A small segment of the audience mentions Shatner’s flamboyant presence as a reason for a single viewing, but the consensus indicates minimal lasting appeal or replay value.

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Devil’s Revenge Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Devil’s Revenge.

Official Trailer
Cars

Cars in Devil’s Revenge

9 cars on screen, including the Bennche Spire 800 and the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.

All 9 cars
  • Bennche Spire 800 in Devil’s Revenge Bennche Spire 800 Important role
  • 1999 Chevrolet Silverado in Devil’s Revenge 1999 Chevrolet Silverado Important role
  • 1989 Fleetwood Southwind in Devil’s Revenge 1989 Fleetwood Southwind Important role
  • 2014 Dodge Durango in Devil’s Revenge 2014 Dodge Durango Minor role
Details

Devil’s Revenge Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “В поисках древнего артефакта” and “恶魔的复仇”.

Also known as
  • В поисках древнего артефакта
  • 恶魔的复仇

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FAQ

Devil’s Revenge FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Devil’s Revenge, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Devil’s Revenge?

Devil’s Revenge runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Devil’s Revenge released?

Devil’s Revenge was released on October 1, 2019.

Who directed Devil’s Revenge?

Devil’s Revenge was directed by Jared Cohn.

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Who is in the cast of Devil’s Revenge?

Devil’s Revenge stars William Shatner as Hayes, Phillip Andre Botello as R.J. and Jason Brooks as Sergio, among 13 credited actors.

What was the budget of Devil’s Revenge?

Devil’s Revenge had a reported budget of $22.5 million.

Does Devil’s Revenge have a post-credit scene?

No. Devil’s Revenge has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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