Rat Man (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1988, Rat Man is a horror film directed by Giuliano Carnimeo, running about 82 minutes. “He's the Critter from the Shitter!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A maniac butchers a fashion model on a Caribbean island and leaves the body to be eaten by rats. The model's sister suspects something isn't quite right with the police investagation and decides to go snooping on her own. With her friend, Fred, their investagations lead them to an unknown part of the island where they discover a monstrosity of a rat like man. The creature is killed by Fred, but the true horror of it's nature is just beginning...
Who’s in it. Rat Man stars David Warbeck as Fred Williams, Janet Ågren as Terry, Eva Grimaldi as Marilyn and Luisa Menon as Peggy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Rat Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rat Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rat Man tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rat Man (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rat Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rat Man worth watching?
- Rat Man holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rat Man?
- Rat Man stars David Warbeck, Janet Ågren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon and Werner Pochath.
- When was Rat Man released?
- Rat Man was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.