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Snake Eater

1989·Movie
1h 34min·R

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Relentless energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace9
  • Violence9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Nostalgia5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Acting6
  • Direction5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

As dirty as Dirty Harry, as dangerous as Deliverance

The Snake Eaters are an elite division of the Marines especially trained for search and destroy missions. This actioner chronicles the exploits of one of them who has become a cop. Known as a tough loner, he returns to find the band of backwoods bad-guys who killed his parents and abducted his sister.
80s ActionRevenge ThrillerMarineBackwoodsRambo InspiredGrittyExploitationViolentB-Movie

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Where can I stream Snake Eater legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Snake Eater worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Snake Eater rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Snake Eater?

1 h 34 min

Snake Eater runs 1 h 34 min.

What language is Snake Eater in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Snake Eater?

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