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Gremlins

7.119841h 46mPGMovieFantasyHorrorComedy

After receiving an exotic small animal as a Christmas gift, a young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet, which unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous creatures on a small town.

DirectorJoe Dante
WriterChris Columbus
ProducersMichael Finnell·Steven Spielberg

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Cast · Directed by Joe Dante

ZGZach Galligan
Zach Galligan
Billy Peltzer
PCPhoebe Cates
Phoebe Cates
Kate Beringer
HAHoyt Axton
Hoyt Axton
Randall Peltzer
FMFrances Lee McCain
Frances Lee McCain
Lynn Peltzer
CFCorey Feldman
Corey Feldman
Pete Fountaine
KLKeye Luke
Keye Luke
Grandfather (Mr. Wing)
JLJohn Louie
John Louie
Chinese Boy
DMDick Miller
Dick Miller
Murray Futterman
JJJackie Joseph
Jackie Joseph
Sheila Futterman
PHPolly Holliday
Polly Holliday
Ruby Deagle
JRJudge Reinhold
Judge Reinhold
Gerald Hopkins
EAEdward Andrews
Edward Andrews
Mr. Corben

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Gremlins — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gremlins?

Gremlins is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Gremlins on Netflix?

No, Gremlins is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is Gremlins on Amazon Prime Video?

Gremlins isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Gremlins for free?

Gremlins is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Gremlins?

Yes — Gremlins is followed by Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) in the Gremlins Collection.

Is there a prequel to Gremlins?

Gremlins is the first film in the Gremlins Collection.

Is Gremlins part of a trilogy?

Yes — Gremlins is part of a trilogy, alongside Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) and Gremlins 3 (2027).

How many movies are in the Gremlins Collection?

There are 3 films in the Gremlins Collection: Gremlins (1984), Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) and Gremlins 3 (2027).