The Satin Spider (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1986, The Satin Spider is a drama, crime and horror film directed by Jacques Baratier, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. The setting is Les Fauvettes School for Girls just after WWI, where sternly Teutonic headmistress Ingrid Caven vies with Catherine Jourdan, a morphine addicted, fabric fetishist gym teacher, for the sexual favours of liquid eyed nymphet Scyluna. Meanwhile the chaplain conducts a nude exorcism.
Who’s in it. The Satin Spider stars Catherine Jourdan as Solange - une prof de danse nerveusement instable, Alexandra Scicluna as Lucienne - une élève de14 ans qui disparaît, Daniel Mesguich as Le prêtre and Roland Topor as Le médecin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Satin 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 Satin Spider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Satin Spider tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Satin Spider (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Satin Spider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Satin Spider worth watching?
- The Satin Spider holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Satin Spider?
- The Satin Spider stars Catherine Jourdan, Alexandra Scicluna, Daniel Mesguich, Roland Topor and Ingrid Caven.
- When was The Satin Spider released?
- The Satin Spider was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.