Movie
Simon of the Desert
196545m7.7 / 10
Sacrifice and Temptation
Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.
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Where to watch in United States
Checked Sep 2, 2026
Simon of the Desert is available to stream on The Criterion Channel in United States. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Synopsis
Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.
More about Simon of the Desert
Cast
Claudio BrookSimón
Silvia PinalThe Devil
Hortensia SantoveñaThe Mother
Enrique Álvarez FélixBrother Matías
Francisco ReigueraThe Devil as an Old Witch
Luis Aceves CastañedaPriest
Antonio BravoPriestEnrique del CastilloThe Mutilated One
Credits
- Directed by
- Luis Buñuel
- Written by
- Luis Buñuel, Julio Alejandro, Luis Buñuel
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- Spanish
- Original title
- Simón del desierto
Production
- Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (STPC)Mexico
Themes
4th centurydesertdevilfaithgoathypocrisymiraclenightclub
