Shrimp Stories (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1964, Shrimp Stories is a notable film directed by Jean Painlevé.
What it’s about. After a comic introduction, we look closely at a shrimp. Eyes on stilts, color patterns, pinchered walking feet, a rostrum. We watch shrimp eat using a strong claw and a fine one; we watch digestion. After eating, shrimp clean themselves. The female lays eggs that cling to her feet. After three weeks, the eggs hatch explosively. Few larvae live to adulthood. We watch an adult shed its carapace with a final leap, leaving it vulnerable; other shrimp attack.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Shrimp Stories has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shrimp Stories page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shrimp Stories (1964)?
- In US, Shrimp Stories is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shrimp Stories worth watching?
- Shrimp Stories holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Shrimp Stories released?
- Shrimp Stories was released in 1964.