The Suckling (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1990, The Suckling is a horror film directed by Francis Teri, running about 89 minutes. “He'll always be mommy's little mutant.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman goes to a back alley abortion clinic, only to have her aborted fetus attack her, her boyfriend, and everyone else at the clinic.
Who’s in it. The Suckling stars Frank Rivera as Axel (as Frank Reeves), Marie Michaels as Candy, Gerald Preger as Sherman and Michael Logan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Suckling has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus, Eternal Family and Troma NOW. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Suckling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Suckling tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Suckling (1990)?
- In US, The Suckling is available to stream on Night Flight Plus, Eternal Family and Troma NOW. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Suckling worth watching?
- The Suckling holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Suckling?
- The Suckling stars Frank Rivera, Marie Michaels, Gerald Preger, Michael Logan and Lisa Petruno.
- When was The Suckling released?
- The Suckling was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.