Snake Dancer (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1976, Snake Dancer is a drama film directed by Dirk De Villiers, running about 87 minutes. “Little girls shouldn’t play with snakes.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. With the oppressive climate of 1970s South Africa as the backdrop, this erotic biopic tells the story of Glenda Kemp (playing herself), a former Sunday school teacher who becomes an exotic dancer -- and provocatively shares the stage with a python. Creating an uproar and breaking every taboo in the book with her act, Kemp soon finds herself charged with indecency as the government attempts to ban her seductive performance art.
Who’s in it. Snake Dancer stars Glenda Kemp as Glenda Kemp and Christine Basson.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Snake Dancer 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 Snake Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Snake Dancer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Snake Dancer (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Snake Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Snake Dancer worth watching?
- Snake Dancer holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Snake Dancer?
- Snake Dancer stars Glenda Kemp and Christine Basson.
- When was Snake Dancer released?
- Snake Dancer was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.