The Candy Snatchers (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1973, The Candy Snatchers is a thriller and crime film directed by Guerdon Trueblood, running about 95 minutes. “It started as such a simple crime. For 16 year old Candy, dying would have been easier! Was a piece of Candy worth a fortune in diamonds?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An abused autistic boy is the sole witness to the kidnapping of a teenage heiress.
Who’s in it. The Candy Snatchers stars Tiffany Bolling as Jessie, Ben Piazza as Avery, Susan Sennett as Candy and Brad David as Alan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Candy Snatchers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Candy Snatchers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Candy Snatchers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Candy Snatchers (1973)?
- In US, The Candy Snatchers is available to stream on Eternal Family, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Candy Snatchers worth watching?
- The Candy Snatchers holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Candy Snatchers?
- The Candy Snatchers stars Tiffany Bolling, Ben Piazza, Susan Sennett, Brad David and Vince Martorano.
- When was The Candy Snatchers released?
- The Candy Snatchers was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.