The Devil & Daniel Webster: The Criterion Collection DVD

The Devil & Daniel Webster is a Criterion Collection DVD of William Dieterle’s black-and-white fantasy film, featuring Walter Huston and Edward Arnold. The listing also describes archival and radio material related to the story and its score.

At a glance

A 1941 black-and-white fantasy built around a farmer’s bargain with the devil and Daniel Webster’s courtroom defense.
The listing describes an Alec Baldwin reading of the original story, vintage radio performances, and archival film excerpts.
English mono audio and English subtitles are listed.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The described supplementary material broadens the disc beyond the feature, including a story reading, radio performances, and archival excerpts.
A single-disc release offers the film in its original black-and-white presentation.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Film and disc
Format	Black & White, Multiple Formats, NTSC
Genre	Comedy
Director	William Dieterle
Actors	Edward Arnold, Gene Lockhart, Jane Darwell, Simone Simon, Walter Huston
Runtime	1 hour and 47 minutes
Aspect ratio	1.33:1
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)
Number of discs	1
Release date	March 21, 2010

Audio and subtitles
Language and audio	English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
Subtitles	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	7.46 x 5.35 x 0.56 inches; 3.2 ounces

Catalog details
Item model number	2225117
Studio	Criterion Collection

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Runtime details conflict: the product details list 1 hour and 47 minutes, while the description calls the film 85 minutes. Confirm which runtime applies to the feature before buying. The listing does not identify every supplemental item’s exact contents or playback format.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers collecting Criterion releases or classic black-and-white cinema.
Fans of Walter Huston, Edward Arnold, or supernatural courtroom stories.
Buyers interested in related story and radio material alongside the film.

Less suited to

Shoppers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
Buyers who require a clearly confirmed feature runtime before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 262 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the film as a classic, praising Walter Huston’s performance, the engaging story, and its creepy atmosphere. That response may appeal to viewers seeking an atmospheric vintage fantasy, while the listed DVD format and mono audio are worth considering for buyers focused on newer video or audio presentations. Aggregate ratings are largely positive, but they do not establish specific picture or sound quality.

Positive themes

Customers praise Walter Huston’s portrayal and other performances.
Feedback highlights the engaging story and eerie atmosphere.
Some customers describe it as an enjoyable, still-relevant classic.

Frequently asked questions

What is the listed runtime?

The details list 1 hour and 47 minutes, but the description says the film is 85 minutes. The listing does not resolve the discrepancy, so confirm the feature runtime if it matters to you.

What supplemental material is described?

The description mentions Alec Baldwin reading the original story, vintage radio performances, an interactive essay about Bernard Herrmann’s score, and excerpts from an earlier preview version.

What audio and subtitle options are listed?

The listing specifies English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono audio and English subtitles.

Is this a Blu-ray release?

No. The title identifies this as a DVD. The listing specifies NTSC format.