Red Meat (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1997, Red Meat is a drama film directed by Allison Burnett, running about 95 minutes. “What Men Do To Women, They Do To Themselves” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chris and Stefan invite Victor to join their group where they talk about their experiences with women over a meal of red meat. As the night progresses, Stefan relates his wild encounters with fleeting sex, Chris talks about his need for intellectual stimulation, and Victor recounts his relationship with a dying woman.
Who’s in it. Red Meat stars Lara Flynn Boyle as Ruth, James Frain as Victor, Jennifer Grey as Candice and John Slattery as Stefan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Red Meat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red Meat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Meat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red Meat (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Meat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Meat worth watching?
- Red Meat holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red Meat?
- Red Meat stars Lara Flynn Boyle, James Frain, Jennifer Grey, John Slattery and Stephen Mailer.
- When was Red Meat released?
- Red Meat was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.