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Late Night with the Devil (2024): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Late Night with the Devil is a 2024 horror film directed by Cameron Cairnes and Colin Cairnes, starring David Dastmalchian as Jack Delroy, Georgina Haig and Fayssal Bazzi. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $15.5 million worldwide on a $2 million budget. It won 1 award from 15 nominations, including Best Independent Film at the Saturn Awards 2025. Critics gave it 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
97%
worldwide gross
$15.5M
award won
1
Echo Score
78
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Late Night with the Devil (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$2M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Late Night with the Devil About?

The premise of Late Night with the Devil without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

During a live television broadcast in 1977, a late-night talk show confronts the unsettling intersection of reality and horror. As the night unfolds, a dark and sinister force emerges, infiltrating the program and spreading into the homes of viewers across the nation.

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Cast & crew

Late Night with the Devil Cast & Characters

David Dastmalchian leads the cast as Jack Delroy, with Georgina Haig as Madeleine Piper and Fayssal Bazzi as Christou. Directed by Cameron Cairnes and Colin Cairnes; 20 actors are credited in all.

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From the directors

More from Cameron Cairnes and Colin Cairnes

More films directed by Cameron Cairnes and Colin Cairnes, best-rated first: 100 Bloody Acres, Night Owls Episode 335 and Scare Campaign.

Ratings

Late Night with the Devil Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Late Night with the Devil 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 78/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in story & flow (68).

78 /100

Late Night with the Devil Echo Score Breakdown

Late Night with the Devil delivers a compelling blend of inventive premise and atmospheric tension, despite occasional predictability. Critics and users praised its clever integration of the talk-show framework and strong cinematic design, while noting that the finale’s familiar beats undercut some suspense. The film sustains engagement through consistent tone and pacing, even if certain narrative elements feel conventional. Ultimately, it stands as an enjoyable horror experience with a distinctive style, tempered by a modest degree of narrative familiarity.

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

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, the film excels in production design and period detail but occasionally over-polishes framing. The direction embraces a cohesive visual style, with measured camera work and authentic 1970s color palettes. At times, however, the consistently neat compositions diminish the raw immediacy desired in a found-footage approach. Overall, the aesthetic remains a strong asset.

  • Character & Emotion 72

    When it comes to character and emotion, the performances are generally engaging but uneven in depth. The principal cast conveys the period’s conversational style, offering convincing chemistry in key moments. However, intermittent dialogue stiffness and occasional lack of emotional resonance limit the impact of some interactions. Despite these variances, the central cast maintains viewer investment.

  • Story & Flow 68

    A review of the story and flow reveals a creative premise balanced by uneven pacing and predictability. The film’s late-night format provides an original narrative framework, while rising tension sustains interest. Conversely, the resolution follows familiar genre beats, reducing the impact of earlier twists. In summary, the plot is engaging yet occasionally falls back on conventional developments.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When assessing the sensory experience, the film offers immersive period sound and visual design with an effective use of grain and static. The soundtrack underscores suspense, and ambient noise adds authenticity to the late-night set. At moments, the polished production rather than rough audio textures slightly undermines immersion. Overall, the presentation is engaging and atmospheric.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    In terms of rewatch value, the film’s distinctive premise and atmosphere encourage repeat viewings even as narrative predictability becomes more apparent. Viewers may revisit to appreciate production details and clever set design, but familiar story beats can lessen the suspense on subsequent watches. Ultimately, the film offers moderate replay appeal, buoyed by its stylistic strengths.

Plot

Late Night with the Devil Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Late Night with the Devil from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens with a voice-over depicting the chaotic and violent era of the early 1970s. During this tumultuous time, late-night viewers found solace in the unconventional talk show “Night Owls,” hosted by Jack Delroy. Unlike the more traditional Johnny Carson, “Night Owls” featured a series of bizarre guests. Jack’s journey was continuously bolstered by the unwavering support of his wife, Madeleine, who succumbed to lung cancer in 1976, resulting in a noticeable decline in the show’s appeal. By Halloween night 1977, Jack is determined to breathe new life into his program with a special episode, which the narrator ominously notes will be the last known recording of the show, offering a rare glimpse behind the scenes.

Full summary

The whole story of Late Night with the Devil, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Late Night with the Devil Box Office & Budget

Late Night with the Devil grossed $15.5 million worldwide on a $2 million budget, 7.7 times what it cost. $10 million came from the US and Canada and $5.5 million (35%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$15.5M

7.7× its budget

US & Canada
$10M
International
$5.5M
Budget
$2M
US & Canada 65% Rest of the world 35%
Awards

Late Night with the Devil Awards & Nominations

Late Night with the Devil won 1 award from 15 nominations, including Best Independent Film at the Saturn Awards 2025. Its biggest night was the Saturn Awards 2025, with 1 win from 1 nomination.

1 win15 nominations2 ceremonies

Videos

Late Night with the Devil Trailers & Videos

6 videos: 3 trailers, 1 teaser, 1 clip and 1 featurette.

All 6 videos
Teaser Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer
  • Trailer Late Night with the Devil: Official Trailer | Shudder
  • Teaser 4K UHD & Blu-ray Trailer
  • Clip Official Clip - "An Unmarried Man With a Wedding Ring"
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Late Night with the Devil?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Late Night with the Devil

13 cars on screen, including the Mercedes-Benz 600 W100 and the 1974 Checker Taxicab.

All 13 cars
  • Mercedes-Benz 600 W100 in Late Night with the Devil Mercedes-Benz 600 W100 Minor role
  • 1974 Checker Taxicab in Late Night with the Devil 1974 Checker Taxicab Background role
  • 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle in Late Night with the Devil 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Background role
  • 1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu in Late Night with the Devil 1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Background role
Details

Late Night with the Devil Also Known As

33 alternative titles, including “De Noche Con El Diablo” and “آخر شب با شیطان”.

Also known as
  • De Noche Con El Diablo
  • آخر شب با شیطان
  • 1977 Night Owls Original Broadcast
  • Полночь с Дьяволом
  • Entrevista com o Demônio
  • Conversas com o Diabo
  • Στενές Επαφές με τον Διάβολο
  • Tarde Da Noite Com o Demônio
  • Ніч з Дияволом
  • El último late night
  • מאוחר בלילה עם השטן
  • "Night Owls" Ep 335 (VHS Dub ex UBC Master)
+21 more
  • Une Nuit Tardive avec le Diable
  • Une Nuit avec le Diable
  • 與惡魔共度深夜
  • 악마와의 토크쇼
  • Trò Chuyện Đêm Khuya Với Quỷ Dữ
  • 魔鬼深夜秀, ღამის შოუ ეშმაკთან
  • Late Night with the Devil - In onda con il Diavolo
  • คืนนี้ผีมาคุย
  • Şeytanla Bir Gece
  • Ördögi különkiadás
  • 夜半鬼做SHOW
  • לייט נייט עם השטן
  • Пізній вечір з дияволом
  • Вечерното шоу на Дявола
  • Касно увече са ђаволом
  • Pozno v noč, s hudičem
  • Vėlyvas vakaras su velniu
  • Późna noc z diabłem
  • L’últim late night
  • Noaptea târziu cu Diavolul
  • 悪魔と夜ふかし

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FAQ

Late Night with the Devil FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Late Night with the Devil, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Late Night with the Devil?

Late Night with the Devil runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Late Night with the Devil released?

Late Night with the Devil was released on March 22, 2024.

Who directed Late Night with the Devil?

Late Night with the Devil was directed by Cameron Cairnes and Colin Cairnes.

More films by Cameron Cairnes

Who is in the cast of Late Night with the Devil?

Late Night with the Devil stars David Dastmalchian as Jack Delroy, Georgina Haig as Madeleine Piper and Fayssal Bazzi as Christou, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Late Night with the Devil make at the box office?

Late Night with the Devil grossed $15.5 million worldwide ($10 million domestic, $5.5 million international) on a budget of $2 million.

How is Late Night with the Devil rated?

Late Night with the Devil has 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, 72 on Metacritic, 71% on TMDB and 3.4/5 on Letterboxd.

What awards did Late Night with the Devil win?

Late Night with the Devil won 1 award from 15 nominations, including Best Independent Film at the Saturn Awards 2025.

Does Late Night with the Devil have a post-credit scene?

No. Late Night with the Devil has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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