Jennifer (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1978, Jennifer is a horror film directed by Brice Mack, running about 90 minutes. “She walks in terror, stilled with fright. A trail of fear, to fill the night!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ostracized at a snooty private school because of her rural, poor background, a scholarship student is tormented to the point where her only remaining recourse is revenge, using the only method she knows: her psychic control over snakes!
Who’s in it. Jennifer stars Lisa Pelikan as Jennifer Baylor, Bert Convy as Jeff Reed, Nina Foch as Mrs. Calley and Amy Johnston as Sandra Tremayne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Jennifer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jennifer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jennifer tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jennifer (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jennifer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jennifer worth watching?
- Jennifer holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jennifer?
- Jennifer stars Lisa Pelikan, Bert Convy, Nina Foch, Amy Johnston and John Gavin.
- When was Jennifer released?
- Jennifer was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.