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The Suckling

1990·Movie
1h 29min
41
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb4.7Rotten Tomatoes–29%
IMDb4.7Rotten Tomatoes–29%

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The Suckling fingerprint

Relentless energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Violence9
  • Tension8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy3
  • Nostalgia2

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality7
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers youYou scare easily

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About

He'll always be mommy's little mutant.

A woman goes to a back alley abortion clinic, only to have her aborted fetus attack her, her boyfriend, and everyone else at the clinic.
GoreBody HorrorLow BudgetGross-outExploitationPractical EffectsCult ClassicB-Movie

Crew

Directed by:
Francis Teri
Written by:
Francis Teri
Produced by:
Francis Teri
Composed by:
Joseph Teri

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Suckling

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Suckling legally?

FlixHouseNight Flight+PlexEternal FamilyFawesomeTroma NOWTubi TV

The Suckling is included with a subscription to Night Flight+, Eternal Family, and Troma NOW in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FlixHouse, Plex, and Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Suckling worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Suckling rated?

ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Suckling?

1 h 29 min

The Suckling runs 1 h 29 min.

What language is The Suckling in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Suckling?

7AUBECAESFRMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Suckling in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Suckling use?

The '70sAccidental MurderAntagonist TitleBack-Alley DoctorFetus TerribleBig BadBig Bad WannabeClosed CircleOur Zombies Are DifferentEven Bad Men Love Their MamasBody HorrorDowner Endingand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Suckling, including The '70s, Accidental Murder, Antagonist Title.