Stanley (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1972, Stanley is a horror film directed by William Grefe, running about 108 minutes. “Tim has a pet rattlesnake. When Tim gets mad - Stanley gets deadly!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tim Ochopee, a shell-shocked Seminole Indian has just returned from a tour of Vietnam. He lives a peaceful life deep in the Everglades with his pet snake Stanley. Upon his return, he finds out his father has passed away. When he learns how he was killed, Tim lets Stanley and his brood loose on the people who've done him wrong, leading to a thrilling climax.
Who’s in it. Stanley stars Chris Robinson as Tim Ochopee, Alex Rocco as Thomkins, Steve Alaimo as Crail Denning and Susan Carroll as Susie Thomkins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Stanley has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stanley page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stanley tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stanley (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stanley change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stanley worth watching?
- Stanley holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Stanley?
- Stanley stars Chris Robinson, Alex Rocco, Steve Alaimo, Susan Carroll and Mark Harris.