Ralph Burton is a miner who is trapped for several days as a result of a cave-in. When he finally manages to dig himself out, he realizes that all of mankind seems to have been destroyed in a nuclear holocaust. He travels to New York City only to find it deserted. Making a life for himself there, he is flabbergasted to eventually find Sarah Crandall, who also managed to survive. Together, they form a close friendship until the arrival of Benson Thacker who has managed to pilot his small boat into the city's harbor. At this point, tensions rise between the three, particularly between Thacker, who is white, and Burton, who is black.
| Year | 1959 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Science Fiction, Romance |
| Director | Ranald MacDougall |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.3/10 (76 votes) |
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The World, the Flesh and the Devil has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.3/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1959. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
Harry Belafonte
Ralph Burton
Inger Stevens
Sarah Crandall
Mel Ferrer
Benson Thacker
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