The Bite (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1984, The Bite is a drama and horror film directed by Marianne Enzensberger, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Turned while visiting New York, down-on-her-luck Neue Deutsche Welle vampire Sylvana struggles to get by in 1980s West Berlin when she realizes none of her friends want to be bitten.
Who’s in it. The Bite stars Marianne Enzensberger as Sylvana, Marianne Rosenberg as Sara, Ulrike Buschbauer and Jörg Pfennigwerth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Bite 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 Bite page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bite tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bite (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bite worth watching?
- The Bite holds an audience score of 5.0 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 The Bite?
- The Bite stars Marianne Enzensberger, Marianne Rosenberg, Ulrike Buschbauer, Jörg Pfennigwerth and Mike Shephard.
- When was The Bite released?
- The Bite was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.