They Bite (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 3.1

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Released in 1996, They Bite is a comedy, horror and science fiction film directed by Brett Piper, running about 98 minutes. “They live ... They suck ... They Bite” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Aliens who've come to earth to spawn deep beneath the ocean begin terrorizing a Florida beach community. An ichthyologist and a young filmmaker team up to uncover the mystery of these monsters from the deep--before they strike again.

Who’s in it. They Bite stars Donna Frotscher as Melody Duncan, Nick Baldasare as Director Mel Duncan, Christina Veronica as Tammy and Charlie Barnett as Larry, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.1/10, They 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 They Bite page.

If you liked it. Fans of They Bite tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch They Bite (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for They Bite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is They Bite worth watching?
They Bite holds an audience score of 3.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in They Bite?
They Bite stars Donna Frotscher, Nick Baldasare, Christina Veronica, Charlie Barnett and Ron Jeremy.
When was They Bite released?
They Bite was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.