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Spider

6.620021h 38m15MovieThrillerDrama

A mentally disturbed man takes residence in a halfway house. His mind gradually slips back into the realm created by his illness, where he replays a key part of his childhood.

DirectorDavid Cronenberg
WriterPatrick McGrath
ProducersCharles Finch·Jane Barclay

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Cast · Directed by David Cronenberg

RFRalph Fiennes
Ralph Fiennes
Spider
MRMiranda Richardson
Miranda Richardson
Yvonne / Mrs. Cleg
GBGabriel Byrne
Gabriel Byrne
Bill Cleg
LRLynn Redgrave
Lynn Redgrave
Mrs. Wilkinson
JNJohn Neville
John Neville
Terrence
PCPhilip Craig
Philip Craig
John
BHBradley Hall
Bradley Hall
Spider Boy
GRGary Reineke
Gary Reineke
Freddy
SSSara Stockbridge
Sara Stockbridge
Gladys
CSCliff Saunders
Cliff Saunders
Bob
TETara Ellis
Tara Ellis
Nora
AWArthur Whybrow
Arthur Whybrow
Ernie

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Spider — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Spider?

Spider is streaming on BFI Player and Rakuten TV in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Spider on Netflix?

No, Spider is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on BFI Player and Rakuten TV.

Is Spider on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Spider for free?

Spider is available to stream free (with ads) on Rakuten TV in United Kingdom.