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The Devil All the Time
Antonio Campos · Film · 2020
You were drawn to The Devil All the Time by its chilling exploration of how moral decay and hidden trauma fester within isolated, small-town communities.
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All the Colors of the Dark
Chris Whitaker · Book · 2024
Just as in The Devil All the Time, this story captures the suffocating atmosphere of small-town secrets and the lasting, destructive power of childhood trauma on those trying to survive.
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Mildred D. Taylor · Book · 1976
Fans of The Devil All the Time will recognize the grim reality of the Deep South, where families must demonstrate profound resilience against institutionalized racism and systemic moral corruption.
Raven's Gate
Anthony Horowitz · Book · 2006
The Devil All the Time excels at portraying vulnerable youth caught in malevolent webs; this narrative mirrors that intensity as a young boy uncovers an ancient, encroaching evil.
The Angel of Darkness
Caleb Carr · Book · 1998
Like the dark, atmospheric tension found in The Devil All the Time, this gritty historical thriller pits complex characters against a depraved killer lurking in the shadows of society.
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FROM
John Griffin · Series · 2022
The Devil All the Time depicts characters trapped by their circumstances, a feeling echoed here as unwilling residents struggle to maintain their humanity while fighting malevolent forces in isolation.
IT: Welcome to Derry
Andy Muschietti · Series · 2025
If the cycle of violence in The Devil All the Time captivated you, you will appreciate this exploration of how ancient evil and buried secrets haunt a small town.
The Sinner
Derek Simonds · Series · 2017
This series captures the same moral ambiguity and psychological weight seen in The Devil All the Time, following a haunted protagonist forced to confront the darkness of his past.
Stranger Things
Ross Duffer · Series · 2016
The Devil All the Time shows how a single event can unravel a community; here, you see that same pattern as a small town faces terrifying supernatural forces and conspiracies.
Podcasts on the same thread
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
Those gripped by the social decay and isolated misery in The Devil All the Time will find this deep dive into eccentric, small-town secrets and isolation equally compelling and unsettling.
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
Much like the investigative grit required to uncover the truth in The Devil All the Time, this podcast digs into the dark history of unsolved homicides and seeking justice.
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Common questions
Is The Devil All the Time set in a specific location?
The Devil All the Time takes place in Knockemstiff, Ohio, and its neighboring backwoods. The narrative follows various sinister characters converging in this specific setting as they intersect with the life of young Arvin Russell.
What is the primary conflict in The Devil All the Time?
The primary conflict in The Devil All the Time centers on Arvin Russell. He must fight against the evil forces that threaten both him and his family while navigating the dark environment of Knockemstiff and the surrounding backwoods.
Who directed The Devil All the Time?
The Devil All the Time was directed by Antonio Campos. The film was released in 2020 and focuses on the convergence of sinister characters around the protagonist, Arvin Russell, in a rural Ohio setting.
Does The Devil All the Time follow a single protagonist?
While many sinister characters converge throughout the story, The Devil All the Time specifically follows young Arvin Russell. The narrative depicts his struggle against the evil forces that threaten his family within the backwoods of Ohio.