Plot — What is Shake Hands with the Devil about?
In 1921 Dublin, the IRA battles the "Black & Tans," special British forces given to harsh measures. Irish-American medical student Kerry O'Shea hopes to stay aloof, but saving a wounded friend gets him outlawed, and inexorably drawn into the rebel organization by his former professor Sean Lenihan, who has "shaken hands with the devil" and begun to think of fighting as an end in itself. Complications arise when Kerry falls for a beautiful English hostage, and the British offer a peace treaty that is not enough to satisfy Lenihan.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | Action, Drama, War, History |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 111 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 28 votes) |
Shake Hands with the Devil — FAQ
Is Shake Hands with the Devil worth watching? Shake Hands with the Devil holds a 6.5/10 rating from 28 viewers. In 1921 Dublin, the IRA battles the "Black & Tans," special British forces given to harsh measures. Irish-American medical student Kerry O'Shea hopes to stay aloof, but saving a wounded friend gets him outlawed, and inex
Who directed Shake Hands with the Devil? Directed by Michael Anderson.
Who is in the cast of Shake Hands with the Devil? It stars James Cagney, Don Murray, Dana Wynter, Glynis Johns, Michael Redgrave, Sybil Thorndike and more.
Where can I stream Shake Hands with the Devil? You can stream Shake Hands with the Devil on ScreenPix Apple TV channel, ScreenPix Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Shake Hands with the Devil release? It released in 1959.
