PG-13

She-Devil

The story of the greatest evil ever known to man... His ex-wife.

1989 • 99 min • Comedy

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Synopsis

A cunning and resourceful housewife vows revenge on her husband when he begins an affair with a wealthy romance novelist.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

437 reviews

60 Audience · 437 · 100%

Ruth, a housewife, is betrayed by her accountant husband when he leaves her for a wealthy romance novelist. She systematically dismantles his life and career, seeking revenge for the emotional and financial damage he caused.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Infidelity and divorce are central to the plot
Some social stereotypes are played for laughs
Mild peril during some revenge schemes

What it models well

Resourcefulness and resilience
Standing up for yourself
Consequences of betrayal

Talk about it after

The impact of infidelity on families
Defining "justice" and revenge
What true success means

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Top billed cast

Director: Susan Seidelman • Crew: Barry Strugatz, Mark R. Burns

Trailers & clips

A Nice Family Dinner

Bob Leaves Ruth

Mary & Bob Hit It Off

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Details

TMDB audience: 6.0/10 (437)
Age rating: PG-13
Status: Released
Budget: $20,000,000
Box office: $15,400,000
IMDb: tt0098309

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