The Source of Snakes (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 1997, The Source of Snakes is a thriller, horror, mystery and romance film directed by Nikolay Lebedev, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Provincial story, beautifully played out in the spirit of the sinister detective. Dina, the student of Pedagogical Institute, comes to the practice to the little town paralyzed with fear. A series of mysterious murders seemingly dissimilar girls forcing residents to think that it is a work of a maniac.

Who’s in it. The Source of Snakes stars Ekaterina Guseva as Dina, Olga Ostroumova as Tamara Georgievna, Evgeny Mironov as Andron and Sergey Makhovikov as Aleksei, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Source of Snakes has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Source of Snakes page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Source of Snakes tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Source of Snakes (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Source of Snakes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Source of Snakes worth watching?
The Source of Snakes holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Source of Snakes?
The Source of Snakes stars Ekaterina Guseva, Olga Ostroumova, Evgeny Mironov, Sergey Makhovikov and Dmitriy Maryanov.
When was The Source of Snakes released?
The Source of Snakes was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.