Drama Cult Classic

The devil walks among mortals, stirring mischief, decadence, and temptation in 1979 Spain.

THE TRAVELLER

1979 · 01:29:00 · NR · Drama / Horror · IMDB TMDB

The devil, following in the footsteps of Christ, decides to become flesh and take a stroll around Earth to see how humans have progressed, and have a little fun creating havoc and mayhem in the process.

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Quick Answer

What is The Traveller about?

The Traveller is a 1979 Spanish drama-horror film directed by Paul Naschy about the devil incarnating on Earth to observe humanity and indulge in mischievous adventures.

Key Facts

Director: Paul Naschy
Writers: Eduarda Targioni, Paul Naschy
Release: 1979
Runtime: 1h 29m
Country: Spain
Language: Spanish
Genres: Drama, Horror
Also Known As: The Traveller, Le voyageur, The Devil Incarnate, Original title: El caminante

The SassyFlix Take

Paul Naschy ditches the subtlety and slips into the devil’s shoes for a wicked romp through Spanish decadence, mixing blasphemy, brothels, and a parade of temptations. If you’re looking for a Satanic sex comedy with a side of existential dread, Naschy’s take delivers the sinful goods.

From the Vault

Satan’s road trip rarely looked this Iberian or this indecent.

Why Cult

Satanic Sex Comedy

The devil’s fleshly detour is peppered with bawdy humor, erotic encounters, and a brothel or two.

Paul Naschy Showcase

Naschy directs, writes, and stars as Leonardo, the devil incarnate, in this singular Spanish genre outing.

Decadence on Display

From nuns to robberies, death, and forbidden pleasures, the film revels in themes of moral decay and temptation.

Spanish Horror Drama

A unique blend of horror and drama, shot through with Spain’s late-70s sensibilities and taboo-breaking energy.

About This Film

The devil, following in the footsteps of Christ, decides to become flesh and take a stroll around Earth to see how humans have progressed, and have a little fun The mischief pretty much centres around whether he can get every good looking female he encounters into bed.

Film Details

Director Paul Naschy

Writers Eduarda Targioni, Paul Naschy

Themes & Keywords

Female Nudity Female Rear Nudity Female Topless Nudity Female Full Frontal Nudity Female Frontal Nudity Sex Female Pubic Hair Pubic Hair Sex Comedy Robbery Brothel Nun Devil Decadence Death Of Daughter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Traveller about? +

The Traveller is about the devil incarnating on Earth to observe human progress and cause mischief, particularly by seducing women and creating havoc.

Who directed The Traveller? +

The Traveller was directed by Paul Naschy.

How long is The Traveller? +

The Traveller has a runtime of 89 minutes.

What genre is The Traveller? +

The Traveller is a drama-horror film.

When was The Traveller released? +

The Traveller was released in 1979.

Where can I watch The Traveller? +

The Traveller is available to stream on SassyFlix.