The Praying Mantis (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2001, The Praying Mantis is a comedy and thriller film directed by Paul Harather, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Trixi Jancik leads a risky double life. At home, she is an obedient housewife. But when she puts on a disguise and goes to the racetrack to indulge in her secret passion, she catches a glimpse of a better life. Although she blows her grocery money, she has tasted the kind of luxury she can normally only dream about. A minor squabble at home brings the situation to a head and marks a turning point in her life: Trixi fixes her husband a lethal cocktail of pills.
Who’s in it. The Praying Mantis stars Christiane Hörbiger as Beatrix 'Trixi' Jancik / Schernthaler, Udo Kier as Julius Quellenreich, Jan Niklas as Ulrich Stein and Peter Faerber as Karli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Praying Mantis has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Praying Mantis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Praying Mantis tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Praying Mantis (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Praying Mantis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Praying Mantis worth watching?
- The Praying Mantis holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Praying Mantis?
- The Praying Mantis stars Christiane Hörbiger, Udo Kier, Jan Niklas, Peter Faerber and Ursula Koban.
- When was The Praying Mantis released?
- The Praying Mantis was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.