The Snake (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2007, The Snake is a thriller film directed by Eric Barbier, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. A ruthless gang led by private detective Joseph Plender is extorting rich people and famous fashion photographer Vincent Mandel seems the next victim. He is married to Hélène, daughter of one of the richest people in Europe, but not quite happily. In fact the marriage is on the brink of a divorce and a judge is deciding who will take the two children. Can Hélène take them to Germany or will they stay with Vincent? Vincent has a lot on his mind and he improvises when model Sofia Kippiani comes to his studio, but his makeup crew doesn't show up. Before he knows it, he is accused of a rape. Things go worse and worse for Vincent, he sees his entire life slipping away and, most importantly, he might lose his children. But why does his former schoolmate Joseph Plender seek contact with Vincent and even solve a nasty problem for him? Does Plender want something more than money?
Who’s in it. The Snake stars Yvan Attal as Vincent, Clovis Cornillac as Plender, Pierre Richard as Cendras and Simon Abkarian as Sam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Snake has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Snake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Snake tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Snake (2007)?
- In US, The Snake is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Snake worth watching?
- The Snake holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Snake?
- The Snake stars Yvan Attal, Clovis Cornillac, Pierre Richard, Simon Abkarian and Olga Kurylenko.
- When was The Snake released?
- The Snake was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.