Claws (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1977, Claws is a thriller and horror film directed by Richard Bansbach, running about 100 minutes. “A raging grizzly bear taking revenge on man!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Claws!' is about a grizzly bear who is wounded by three hunters one year. From then on, the bear goes on a killing spree in the woods, trying to take revenge on humans as a whole for its brush with the hunters. Jason and Chris Monroe, estranged husband and wife, go in search of the bear after it kills their only son, Buck.
Who’s in it. Claws stars Jason Evers as Jason Monroe, Leon Ames as Ben Jones, Forest Commissioner, Anthony Caruso as Henry Chico and Carla Layton as Chris Monroe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Claws has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Claws page.
If you liked it. Fans of Claws tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Claws (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Claws change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Claws worth watching?
- Claws holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Claws?
- Claws stars Jason Evers, Leon Ames, Anthony Caruso, Carla Layton and Glenn Sipes.
- When was Claws released?
- Claws was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.