The Snapper (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1993, The Snapper is a comedy and drama film directed by Stephen Frears, running about 91 minutes. “She's got a little secret and a lot of explaining to do.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sharon Curley is a 20-year-old living with her parents and many brothers and sisters in Dublin. When she gets pregnant and refuses to name the father, she becomes the talk of the town.
Who’s in it. The Snapper stars Colm Meaney as Dessie Curley, Tina Kellegher as Sharon Curley, Ruth McCabe as Kay Curley and Eanna MacLiam as Craig Curley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Snapper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Snapper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Snapper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Snapper (1993)?
- In US, The Snapper is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Snapper worth watching?
- The Snapper holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Snapper?
- The Snapper stars Colm Meaney, Tina Kellegher, Ruth McCabe, Eanna MacLiam and Peter Rowen.
- When was The Snapper released?
- The Snapper was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.