Black Cobra (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1976, Black Cobra is a thriller and drama film directed by Joe D'Amato, running about 98 minutes. “How much snake can one woman take...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Judas, a wealthy playboy living in Hong Kong, is obsessed with snakes. His apartment is full of them, and he treats them as if they were his children. One night Judas' brother persuades him to accompany him to see a dance act at a nightclub. Judas is astounded to see that the act consists of a beautiful Asian woman who dances nude while holding a python. He is immediately smitten, and winds up hiring her to take care of his snakes while he's away on business. However, things start to take a sinister turn.
Who’s in it. Black Cobra stars Jack Palance as Judas Carmichael, Laura Gemser as Eva, Gabriele Tinti as Jules Carmichael and Michele Starck as Gerri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Black Cobra has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family and Artiflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Cobra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Cobra tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Cobra (1976)?
- In US, Black Cobra is available to stream on Eternal Family and Artiflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black Cobra worth watching?
- Black Cobra holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Cobra?
- Black Cobra stars Jack Palance, Laura Gemser, Gabriele Tinti, Michele Starck and Ziggy Zanger.
- When was Black Cobra released?
- Black Cobra was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.