The Nostril Picker (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1988, The Nostril Picker is a comedy and horror film directed by Mark Nowicki, running about 77 minutes. “He chose his weapons... He selected his victims... He picked his nose...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joe is an ugly loser, incapable of picking up women. But when he’s taught a magical power, capable of transforming him into anyone he pleases and then back to his normal self, he decides to use it to live out his perverse fantasies. Initially content just watching them shower, Joe soon tires of mindless nudity and gears up to take his ultimate revenge against womankind: luring them to his shabby apartment, violently killing, and even eating them!
Who’s in it. The Nostril Picker stars Carl Zschering as Joe Bukowski, Edward Tanner as Vince Armstrong, Laura Cummings as Jennifer Armstrong and Ann Flood as Jo Bukowski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Nostril Picker has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nostril Picker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nostril Picker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nostril Picker (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nostril Picker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nostril Picker worth watching?
- The Nostril Picker holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nostril Picker?
- The Nostril Picker stars Carl Zschering, Edward Tanner, Laura Cummings, Ann Flood and Gail Didia.
- When was The Nostril Picker released?
- The Nostril Picker was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.