The Serpent's Egg (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1977, The Serpent's Egg is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Ingmar Bergman, running about 120 minutes. “The kind of terror that could never be... until now... until Bergman!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Berlin, 1923. Following the suicide of his brother, American circus acrobat Abel Rosenberg attempts to survive while facing unemployment, depression, alcoholism and the social decay of Germany during the Weimar Republic.
Who’s in it. The Serpent's Egg stars David Carradine as Abel Rosenberg, Liv Ullmann as Manuela Rosenberg, Heinz Bennent as Hans Vergerus and Gert Fröbe as Inspector Bauer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Serpent's Egg has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Serpent's Egg page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Serpent's Egg tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Serpent's Egg (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Serpent's Egg change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Serpent's Egg worth watching?
- The Serpent's Egg holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Serpent's Egg?
- The Serpent's Egg stars David Carradine, Liv Ullmann, Heinz Bennent, Gert Fröbe and Toni Berger.
- When was The Serpent's Egg released?
- The Serpent's Egg was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.