Venins (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1991, Venins is a thriller film directed by Max Reid, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Marc, a young snake expert, works at a museum in Geneva. He loves snakes, to the point that he owns many and even takes a bath with his huge pet python. He meets and falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Malenka, who is the assistant--and mistress--of an older herpetologist professor. Marc discovers that not only is the "professor" a fraud but also a dangerous psychotic who had at one time seduced Marc's mother, and Marc believes that the longer Malenka stays with him, the greater danger she's in.
Who’s in it. Venins stars Jason Cairns as Marc Anzer, Sydney Penny as Malika, Malcolm McDowell as Prof. Baldwin and Lois Chiles as Claire Anzer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Venins has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Venins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Venins tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Venins (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Venins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Venins worth watching?
- Venins holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Venins?
- Venins stars Jason Cairns, Sydney Penny, Malcolm McDowell, Lois Chiles and Philippe Léotard.
- When was Venins released?
- Venins was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.