Ganja & Hess (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1973, Ganja & Hess is a fantasy, drama and horror film directed by Bill Gunn, running about 110 minutes. “Some Marriages Are Made In Heaven. Others Are Made In Hell.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After being stabbed with an ancient, germ-infested knife, a doctor finds himself with an insatiable desire for blood.
Who’s in it. Ganja & Hess stars Marlene Clark as Ganja Meda, Duane Jones as Dr. Hess Green, Bill Gunn as George Meda and Sam Waymon as Rev. Luther Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Ganja & Hess has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Kino Film Collection and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ganja & Hess page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ganja & Hess tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ganja & Hess (1973)?
- In US, Ganja & Hess is available to stream on Kino Film Collection, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ganja & Hess worth watching?
- Ganja & Hess holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ganja & Hess?
- Ganja & Hess stars Marlene Clark, Duane Jones, Bill Gunn, Sam Waymon and Leonard Jackson.