Evil Instinct (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1996, Evil Instinct is a drama and horror film directed by Barry Chu, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Penny and Wendy originally are co-workers and best friends until Wendy is promoted. Penny feels that she is getting old and can't compete with Wendy, she leaves Hong Kong, takes snake blood to cleanse herself, and then returns to Hong Kong for revenge.

Who’s in it. Evil Instinct stars Carrie Ng as Penny Ng, Diana Pang as Wendy Pang, Bowie Lam as Sam Hui and Mak Cheung-Ching, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Evil Instinct has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Evil Instinct page.

If you liked it. Fans of Evil Instinct tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Evil Instinct (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Evil Instinct change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Evil Instinct worth watching?
Evil Instinct holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Evil Instinct?
Evil Instinct stars Carrie Ng, Diana Pang, Bowie Lam, Mak Cheung-Ching and Stuart Yung Sai-Kit.
When was Evil Instinct released?
Evil Instinct was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.