Camel Spiders (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 4.6

Camel Spiders poster

Released in 2011, Camel Spiders is a fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Jim Wynorski, running about 80 minutes. “They Really Get Under your Skin” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Based on actual creatures that for years have tormented our armed forces in the Middle East, these creatures have now invaded the southwestern deserts of the United States. The Camel Spiders now freely hunt for prey, unafraid of any predator - including man. No place is safe no one is beyond their paralyzing sting. In the end, a small band of hearty fighters are forced to make one last stand against the creatures.

Who’s in it. Camel Spiders stars Brian Krause as Sturges, C. Thomas Howell as Sheriff Beaumont, Melissa Brasselle as Sgt. Shelly Underwood and Hayley Sanchez as Hayley Mullins, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Camel Spiders has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Camel Spiders page.

If you liked it. Fans of Camel Spiders tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Camel Spiders (2011)?
In US, Camel Spiders is available to stream on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Camel Spiders worth watching?
Camel Spiders holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Camel Spiders?
Camel Spiders stars Brian Krause, C. Thomas Howell, Melissa Brasselle, Hayley Sanchez and Frankie Cullen.
When was Camel Spiders released?
Camel Spiders was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.