Detective Films Featuring the Devil

Description: A private detective is hired to find a missing singer, which leads him into a web of voodoo, murder, and a pact with the devil. The film's noir style and supernatural twist make it a compelling watch.

Fact: The film was banned in some countries due to its graphic content. Robert De Niro's character was originally written for Jack Nicholson.

Description: A detective gets involved in a war between angels when he discovers a corpse with unusual wounds. The film explores themes of divine justice and the devil's role in human affairs.

Fact: Christopher Walken improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's quirky dialogue. The film was initially conceived as a low-budget horror movie.

Description: This film follows a young lawyer who gets an offer he can't refuse from a law firm in New York, only to discover that his boss might be the devil himself. The detective aspect comes into play as he unravels the sinister truth behind his success.

Fact: Al Pacino improvised many of his lines, adding to the character's enigmatic nature. The film's ending was changed after test audiences found the original too ambiguous.

Description: A rare book dealer is hired to authenticate a book that supposedly contains the secret to summoning the devil. His investigation leads him into a world of mystery, murder, and the occult.

Fact: Johnny Depp learned to speak fluent Spanish for his role. The film's ending was controversial, leading to multiple interpretations.

Description: John Constantine, a detective with the ability to see demons, battles against the devil's minions in a quest to save his soul. The film combines detective work with supernatural elements, making it a perfect fit for this list.

Fact: Keanu Reeves did his own stunts, including being set on fire. The film's depiction of Hell was inspired by the works of Hieronymus Bosch.

Description: While more of a horror film, it features a detective on the trail of a family of sadistic killers, whose actions are portrayed as devilish in nature.

Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its extreme violence. Rob Zombie, the director, also wrote the screenplay and composed the music.

Description: Although not a traditional detective film, it involves a man forced to impersonate Saddam Hussein's son, who is depicted as a devilish figure, leading to a complex investigation of identity and morality.

Fact: Dominic Cooper played both Uday Hussein and his double, requiring extensive makeup and costume changes. The film was banned in Iraq.

Description: A struggling artist and his family move into a house with a dark past, leading to encounters with demonic forces. The detective work here is more about uncovering the house's history.

Fact: The film was shot in just 23 days. The director, Sean Byrne, also wrote the screenplay.

Description: While not directly about the devil, this film involves a detective investigating a series of murders linked to demonic possession, making it a fitting entry for this list.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Legion" and had a different ending. George C. Scott was cast after William Peter Blatty, the director, saw him in a play.

Description: A Korean film where a detective investigates a series of mysterious deaths in a small village, uncovering a connection to a Japanese stranger who might be the devil.

Fact: The film blends horror, thriller, and detective elements, making it a unique entry. It was critically acclaimed for its storytelling and atmosphere.