Today, the 1971 version of "The Devils" is available to stream on the Internet Archive, thanks to a collaboration between the organization and film preservationists. This digitally restored version of the film offers a unique opportunity for audiences to experience Russell's original vision, complete with its bold and unflinching depictions of faith, madness, and corruption.
The standard censored US version is roughly 108 minutes. The most complete fan reconstructions—often incorporating footage from Mark Kermode’s documentary Hell on Earth —typically run around 111 to 113 minutes Restored Scenes:
Yet, even the Archive’s copy is far from definitive. The original uncut version is believed to have run approximately 117 minutes, but that print is now considered lost. The 113‑minute edit—restoring the “Rape of Christ” from documentary footage rather than from original camera negatives—represents the most complete version currently attainable. Furthermore, because Warner Bros. has never authorized a high‑definition transfer, all existing digital copies derive from older standard‑definition sources, limiting their visual quality.