Venom (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1971, Venom is a horror film directed by Peter Sykes, running about 87 minutes. “The only thing Paul Creville wanted was a quiet and peaceful time - instead all he found was...VENOM!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Nazi scientist and a woman known as a "spider goddess" attempt to develop a nerve gas made from spider venom.
Who’s in it. Venom stars Simon Brent as Paul Greville, Neda Arnerić as Anna, Sheila Allen as Ellen and Derek Newark as Johann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Venom has proved divisive with audiences.
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 Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Venom (1971)?
- 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 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Venom?
- Venom stars Simon Brent, Neda Arnerić, Sheila Allen, Derek Newark and Terence Soall.
- When was Venom released?
- Venom was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.