Venom (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1981, Venom is a thriller and horror film directed by Piers Haggard, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. International terrorists attempt to kidnap a wealthy couple's child. Their plan comes unstuck when a deadly Black Mamba, sent by mistake instead of a harmless snake, escapes and the terrorists and several hostages are trapped in the boy's London home.
Who’s in it. Venom stars Klaus Kinski as Jacques Müller (Jacmel), Oliver Reed as Dave Averconnelly, Nicol Williamson as Cmdr. William Bulloch and Sarah Miles as Dr. Marion Stowe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Venom has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Venom page.
If you liked it. Fans of Venom tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Venom (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Venom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Venom worth watching?
- Venom holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Venom?
- Venom stars Klaus Kinski, Oliver Reed, Nicol Williamson, Sarah Miles and Sterling Hayden.
- When was Venom released?
- Venom was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.