The Red Spider (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1988, The Red Spider is a thriller and tv movie film directed by Jerry Jameson.
What it’s about. A cop is found dead in a hotel, brutally murdered, a spider cut into his stomach. The police believes his death might be connected to the fact that he was a dirty cop - the internal affairs commission already was after him - but then several other people are murdered in the very same way, and there seems to be no connection between the cases. The police seeks for a blonde woman among the prostitutes.
Who’s in it. The Red Spider stars James Farentino as Lieutenant Daniel Malone, Philip Casnoff as Det. Patrick Shaunessy, Jennifer O'Neill as Stephanie Hartford and Kevin O'Connor as Hank Tibbs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Red Spider has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Spider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Spider tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Spider (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Spider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Spider worth watching?
- The Red Spider holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Red Spider?
- The Red Spider stars James Farentino, Philip Casnoff, Jennifer O'Neill, Kevin O'Connor and Frank C. Turner.
- When was The Red Spider released?
- The Red Spider was released in 1988.