Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 1.5
Released in 1998, Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula is a comedy and horror film directed by Jesús Franco, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Down at the docks a very enterprising but dangerous element is making life miserable for Sheriff Marga. But she is distracted by a series of puzzling kidnappings that is plaguing her parish. Could the culprit be the mysterious Queen - the dance hall queen of the docks? Or could it be an even more sinister figure: The Killer Tarantula?
Who’s in it. Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula stars Lina Romay as Mari Cookie / Tarantula, Michelle Bauer as Sheriff Marga, Linnea Quigley as Tere and Amber Newman as Amy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.5/10, Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula worth watching?
- Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula holds an audience score of 1.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula?
- Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula stars Lina Romay, Michelle Bauer, Linnea Quigley, Amber Newman and Analía Ivars.
- When was Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula released?
- Mari-Cookie and the Killer Tarantula was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.