The Serpent and the Rainbow
A Harvard anthropologist is sent to Haiti to retrieve a strange powder that is said to have the power to bring human beings back from the dead. In his quest to find the miracle drug, the cynical scientist enters the rarely seen netherworld of walking zombies, blood rites and ancient curses. Based on the true life experiences of Wade Davis and filmed on location in Haiti, it's a frightening excursion into black magic and the supernatural.
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Frequently asked questions about The Serpent and the Rainbow
Where can I watch The Serpent and the Rainbow in the United States?
The Serpent and the Rainbow is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow stars Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae, Paul Winfield, and Brent Jennings. Wes Craven is the director.
How long is The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow runs 1h 38m (98 minutes).
When did The Serpent and the Rainbow come out?
The Serpent and the Rainbow was released on February 5, 1988.
Which studio made The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States, Haiti, and Dominican Republic.
What was the budget for The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow was made on a budget of $11,000,000.
How much did The Serpent and the Rainbow make at the box office?
The Serpent and the Rainbow grossed $19,595,031 worldwide, against a budget of $11,000,000.
What languages is The Serpent and the Rainbow in?
The Serpent and the Rainbow is in French, English, and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.